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u'Niobium looks like steel or, when polished, like platinum. It resists corrosion, is a good shock absorber, and can withstand very high temperatures. Among niobium\u2019s many industrial applications is its use in small amounts in alloys. The presence of niobium makes hot-pressing dies and cutting tools resistant to shock and wear. Its conductivity makes it useful in electronic devices and superconductive magnets.'