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

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

Strontium Overview

Atomic Number

38

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Sr (Strontium)

Description

Soft, malleable, silvery-yellow metal.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Found in minerals celestite and strontianite.

Uses

Used in flares and fireworks for crimson color. Strontium-90 is a long lived highly radioactive fallout product of atomic-bomb explosions.

Discovery

Discovered By: A. Crawford

Year: 1790

Location: Scotland

Name Origin

From the Scottish town, Strontian.

Atomic Mass

87,62

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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