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

Every atom has an atomic number, even Lead. 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 Lead (That most people don't know).

Lead Overview

Atomic Number

82

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Pb (Lead)

Description

Very soft, highly malleable and ductile, blue-white shiny metal.

State at 20 °C

solid

Sources

Found most often in ores called galena or lead sulfide (PbS). Some is found in its native state.

Uses

Used in solder, shielding against radiation and in batteries.

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.

Year: Unknown

Location: Unknown

Name Origin

Anglo-Saxon: lead; symbol from Latin: plumbum.

Atomic Mass

207,2

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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