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Tungsten (W) or Wolfram, is a chemical element with an atomic number of 74. It is a dense, silvery-white ductile metal that has a high melting point. It is commonly used in various industrial applications due to its high melting point, high density, and high strength. It is used as a filament in light bulbs.
The name "tungsten" comes from the Swedish words "tung sten" which means "heavy stone". The name reflects the fact that tungsten is a dense and heavy metal.
The symbol "W" for tungsten comes from its German name, "Wolfram".

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The full form of W is Tungsten

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