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

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

Niobium Overview

Atomic Number

41

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Nb (Niobium)

Description

Shiny white, soft, ductile metal.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Occurs in a mineral columbite. Formerly known as colombium (Cb). It is used in stainless steel alloys for nuclear reactors, jets and missiles.

Uses

Used as an alloy with iron and nickel. It can be used in nuclear reactors and is known to be superconductive when alloyed with tin, aluminum or zirconium.

Discovery

Discovered By: Charles Hatchet

Year: 1801

Location: England

Name Origin

From Niobe; daughter of the mythical Greek king Tantalus.

Atomic Mass

92,90638

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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