Atomic Symbol 6 (& 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 6?

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

Carbon Overview

Atomic Symbol

C (Carbon)

Description

Allotropic forms include diamonds and graphite. Sixth most abundant element in the universe.

Sources

Made by burning organic compounds with insufficient oxygen.

State at 20 °C

solid

Uses

For making steel, in filters, and many more uses. Radiocarbon dating uses the carbon-14 isotope to date old objects.

Name Origin

Latin: carbo, (charcoal).

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients

Year: Unknown

Location: Unknown

Atomic Number

6

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Mass

12,011

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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