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

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

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

In the case of Rhodium the answer is 102,9055. However there is a lot of funny facts about Rhodium that most people don't know. Shall we have a look?

Rhodium Overview

Rh Atomic Mass

102,9055

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Atomic Symbol

Rh (Rhodium)

Name Origin

Greek: rhodon (rose). Its salts give a rosy solution.

Description

Hard, silvery-white metal

Atomic Number

45

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: William Wollaston

Year: 1803

Location: England

Uses

Used as a coating to prevent wear on high quality science equipment and with platinum to make thermocouples.

Sources

Obtained as a by-product of nickel production.

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

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