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 37?
The answer is Rubidium (Rb). However there are a lot of interesting facts about Rubidium that people don't know. Let me show you:
But what do you do when you only know its atomic number? Like... what is the atom symbol whose atomic number is 37?
The answer is Rubidium (Rb). However there are a lot of interesting facts about Rubidium that people don't know. Let me show you:
Rubidium Overview
Atomic Symbol
Rb (Rubidium)
Description
Soft, silvery-white, highly reactive metal.
Sources
Occurs abundantly, but so widespread that production is limited. Usually obtained from lithium production.
Occurs abundantly, but so widespread that production is limited. Usually obtained from lithium production.
State at 20 °C
Solid
Uses
Used as a catalyst, photocells, and vacuum and cathode-ray tubes.
Used as a catalyst, photocells, and vacuum and cathode-ray tubes.
Name Origin
Latin: rubidus (deep red); the color its salts impart to flames.
Latin: rubidus (deep red); the color its salts impart to flames.
Discovery
Discovered By: R. Bunsen, G. Kirchoff
Year: 1861
Location: Germany
Learn more about the atomic mass.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
Want to learn more details and data? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
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Along with basic atom / element information (like Rubidium-Rb and all the other atom symbols / data), it also comes with color coded info about: State (Gas, Liquid or Solid at room temperature), Groups/series details and much more...
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