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 82?
The answer is Lead (Pb). However there are a lot of interesting facts about Lead 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 82?
The answer is Lead (Pb). However there are a lot of interesting facts about Lead that people don't know. Let me show you:
Lead Overview
Atomic Symbol
Pb (Lead)
Description
Very soft, highly malleable and ductile, blue-white shiny metal.
Sources
Found most often in ores called galena or lead sulfide (PbS). Some is found in its native state.
Found most often in ores called galena or lead sulfide (PbS). Some is found in its native state.
State at 20 °C
solid
Uses
Used in solder, shielding against radiation and in batteries.
Used in solder, shielding against radiation and in batteries.
Name Origin
Anglo-Saxon: lead; symbol from Latin: plumbum.
Anglo-Saxon: lead; symbol from Latin: plumbum.
Discovery
Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown
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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