Atomic Symbol 15 (& Cool facts: Uses, Sources, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has a symbol and some are easy to figure out. Especially if you already know its name.

But what do you do when you only know its atomic number? Like... what is the atom symbol whose atomic number is 15?

The answer is Phosphorus (P). However there are a lot of interesting facts about Phosphorus that people don't know. Let me show you:

Phosphorus Overview

Atomic Symbol

P (Phosphorus)

Description

Soft white waxy phosphorescent solid, brownish-red powder or black solid.

Sources

Found most often in phosphate rock. Pure phosphorus is obtained by heating a mixture of phosphate rock, coke, and silica to about 1450 °C.

State at 20 °C

solid

Uses

Used in the production of fertilizers and detergents. Some is used in fireworks, safety matches, and incendiary weapons. Also some applications for it and some of its compounds which glow in the dark.

Name Origin

Greek: phosphoros, (bringer of light).

Discovery

Discovered By: Hennig Brand

Year: 1669

Location: Germany

Atomic Number

15

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Mass

30,973762

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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