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

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

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

In the case of Platinum the answer is 195,08. However there is a lot of funny facts about Platinum that most people don't know. Shall we have a look?

Platinum Overview

Pt Atomic Mass

195,08

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Atomic Symbol

Pt (Platinum)

Name Origin

Spanish: platina (little silver).

Description

Rare, very heavy, soft, silvery-white metal.

Atomic Number

78

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Julius Scaliger

Year: 1735

Location: Italy

Uses

Used in jewelry, to make crucible and special containers and as a catalyst. Used with cobalt to produce very strong magnets. Also to make standard weights and measures. Resists corrosion and acid attacks except aqua regia.

Sources

Produced from deposits of native, or elemental, platinum.

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

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