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

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

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

In the case of Iridium the answer is 192,22. However there is a lot of funny facts about Iridium that most people don't know. Shall we have a look?

Iridium Overview

Ir Atomic Mass

192,22

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Atomic Symbol

Ir (Iridium)

Name Origin

Latin: iris (rainbow).

Description

Heavy, brittle, white metal.

Atomic Number

77

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: S.Tenant, A.F.Fourcory, L.N.Vauquelin, H.V.Collet-Descoltils

Year: 1804

Location: England/France

Uses

Used with osmium to tip gold pen points, to make crucible and special containers. Also to make alloys used for standard weights and measures, and heat-resistant alloys. Also as hardening agent for platinum.

Sources

Found in gravel deposits with platinum.

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

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