Atomic Mass Cu (& Secrets: Uses, Sources and more...) 2022

As anyone would guess, every atom has mass, an important physical property, even Copper. But how do we know how much does a Cu atom weight?

First of all, if we know the atom symbol, let's say Cu, we can open any periodic table and search for Copper.

In the case of Copper the answer is 63,546. However there is a lot of funny facts about Copper that most people don't know. Shall we have a look?

Copper Overview

Cu Atomic Mass

63,546

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Atomic Symbol

Cu (Copper)

Name Origin

Symbol from Latin: cuprum (island of Cyprus famed for its copper mines).

Description

Malleable, ductile, reddish-brown metal.

Atomic Number

29

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.

Year: Unknown

Location: Unknown

Uses

Most often used as an electrical conductor. Also used in the manufacture of water pipes. Its alloys are used in jewelry and for coins.

Sources

Pure copper occurs rarely in nature. Usually found in sulfides as in chalcopyrite (CuFeS2), coveline (CuS), chalcosine (Cu2S) or oxides like cuprite (Cu2O).

Want to learn more details and data about Copper (Cu)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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