Atomic Number of Indium (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Indium. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

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 Indium (That most people don't know).

Indium Overview

Atomic Number

49

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

In (Indium)

Description

Rare, very soft, silver-white metal

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Found in certain zinc ores.

Uses

Used to coat high speed bearings and as an alloy that lowers the melting point of other metals. Relativly small amounts are used in dental items and in electronic semiconductors.

Discovery

Discovered By: Ferdinand Reich, T. Richter

Year: 1863

Location: Germany

Name Origin

Latin: indicum (color indigo), the color it shows in a spectroscope.

Atomic Mass

114,818

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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