👉 Platinous is a scientific term that refers to an element in the periodic table of elements, which has a chemical symbol Pl and atomic number 48. It is also known as cadmium or palladium. Platinous elements are typically used in the manufacture of metals such as iron and steel, and they have been found on Earth's surface through various geological processes. Platinium is a rare earth metal that occurs naturally in the form of oxide, which can be extracted from ore deposits