Atomic Mass 79 (+ facts: Sources, Uses, Color and more...) 2022

All atoms have mass (atomic mass). But what is the chemical element that has 78,96 as atomic mass?

The answer is Selenium. There is so much cool stuff about Selenium that I would keep reading if I were you.

Alright now to the facts!

Selenium Overview

Atomic Mass

78,96

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Atomic Number

34

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Description

Soft metalloid similar to sulfur. Ranges from gray metallic to red glassy appearance.

Atomic Symbol

Se (Selenium)

Discovery

Discovered By: Jöns Berzelius

Year: 1818

Location: Sweden

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Obtained from lead, copper and nickel refining. Conducts electricity when struck by light.

Name Origin

Greek: selênê (moon).

Uses

Light causes it to conduct electricity more easily. It is used in photoelectric cells, TV cameras, xerography machines and as a semiconductor in solar batteries and rectifiers. Also colors glass red.

Want to learn more details and data about Selenium? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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