Some atom symbols are easy to figure out, some are not...
The only sure thing is that every atom has a symbol. But what is the atom whose symbol is Sc?
The answer is Scandium (Sc). However there is a lot of stuff about Scandium that people don't know. Let me walk you through...
The only sure thing is that every atom has a symbol. But what is the atom whose symbol is Sc?
The answer is Scandium (Sc). However there is a lot of stuff about Scandium that people don't know. Let me walk you through...
Scandium Overview
Atomic Symbol
Sc (Scandium)
Sources
Occurs mainly in the minerals thortveitile (~34% scandium) and wiikite. Also in some tin and tungsten ores. Pure scandium is obtained as a by-product of uranium refining.
Occurs mainly in the minerals thortveitile (~34% scandium) and wiikite. Also in some tin and tungsten ores. Pure scandium is obtained as a by-product of uranium refining.
Description
Fairly soft, silvery-white metal. Eighth most abundant 'rare earth' found in the earth's crust (5.0 ppm).
Name Origin
Latin: Scandia, Scandinavia.
Latin: Scandia, Scandinavia.
State at 20 °C
Solid
Uses
Scandium metal is used in some aerospace applications. Scandum oxide (Sc2O3) is used in the manufacture of high-intensity electric lamps. Scandium iodide (ScI3) is used in lamps that produce light having a color closely matching natural sunlight.
Discovery
Discovered By: Lars Nilson
Year: 1879
Location: Sweden
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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