What a bullet looks like after hitting a tungsten cube

Tungsten is one of the hardest and densest metals on Earth.

Its unique properties, such as its high melting point of 3422 °C (6191.6 Fahrenheit) and incredible density.

This makes it indispensable in the production of penetrating munitions.

For example, the cores of combat projectiles made of tungsten are capable of penetrating the armor that protects tanks and other military vehicles.

Tungsten is even used in the space industry to make elements that can withstand high temperatures in space.

Bullets hitting a tungsten cube can deform or even shatter, because the metal is so hard that it does not succumb to such impacts.