The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Arsenic (That most people don't know).
Arsenic Overview
Atomic Symbol
As (Arsenic)
Description
Steel-gray, brittle semi-metal.
State at 20 °C
Solid
Sources
Found in mispickel (arsenopyrite)
Found in mispickel (arsenopyrite)
Uses
Many of its compounds are deadly poison and used as weed killer and rat poison. Conducts electricity. Used in semiconductors. Some compounds, called arsenides, are used in the manufacture of paints, wallpapers, and ceramics.
Many of its compounds are deadly poison and used as weed killer and rat poison. Conducts electricity. Used in semiconductors. Some compounds, called arsenides, are used in the manufacture of paints, wallpapers, and ceramics.
Discovery
Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown
Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown
Name Origin
Greek: arsenikon; Latin: arsenicum, (both names for yellow pigment).
Greek: arsenikon; Latin: arsenicum, (both names for yellow pigment).
Atomic Mass
74,92159
Learn more about the atomic mass.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
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