Strontian
Strontian is a village in the Highlands of Scotland, located at the head of Loch Sunart on the western coast. It lies within the Highland council area and sits in a landscape of sea lochs, forests and hills that attract walkers and wildlife watchers.
Historically, Strontian grew around mining activity in the area. In the late 18th century mineral deposits
Today Strontian is a small rural community with basic amenities, including a shop and post office, a
In science and chemistry, Strontian’s name is widely known because the element strontium is named after the
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