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

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

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

In the case of Phosphorus the answer is 30,973762. However there is a lot of funny facts about Phosphorus that most people don't know. Shall we have a look?

Phosphorus Overview

P Atomic Mass

30,973762

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Atomic Symbol

P (Phosphorus)

Name Origin

Greek: phosphoros, (bringer of light).

Description

Soft white waxy phosphorescent solid, brownish-red powder or black solid.

Atomic Number

15

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Hennig Brand

Year: 1669

Location: Germany

Uses

Used in the production of fertilizers and detergents. Some is used in fireworks, safety matches, and incendiary weapons. Also some applications for it and some of its compounds which glow in the dark.

Sources

Found most often in phosphate rock. Pure phosphorus is obtained by heating a mixture of phosphate rock, coke, and silica to about 1450 °C.

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

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