Eight years later he refined this process by using magnesium and even sodium in what became known as the Kroll process.
It is also possible to precipitate the nickel using aluminium or magnesium.
It can use ammonium, calcium, magnesium or sodium as a base.
Volkswagen Group has used magnesium in its engine components for many years.
Athletes sometimes use magnesium to increase energy and endurance.
"We're not using titanium or magnesium, the kind of materials that are in the real Hubble," he said.
The sulfite process can use calcium, ammonium, magnesium or sodium as a base.
In 1864 they carried out what is reputed to be the first flashlight photography, using magnesium as a light source.
The Vaio S does use some metal, but it uses magnesium instead of aluminum.
Here is an example with the separation of natural gas from hydrochloric acid using magnesium.