Every chemical element has its own symbol to represent them. But what is the Ba element?
The answer is Barium, whose symbol is Ba, and there's a lot of cool facts about it that most people don't know. Let me walk you through...
The answer is Barium, whose symbol is Ba, and there's a lot of cool facts about it that most people don't know. Let me walk you through...
Barium Overview
Chemical Symbol
Ba (Barium)
Uses
Barite, or barium sulfate (BaSO4), when ground is used as a filter for rubber, plastics, and resins. It is insoluable in water and so is used in X-rays of the digestive system. Barium nitrate, Ba(NO3)2, burns brilliant green and is used in fireworks.
State at 20 °C
Solid
Description
Soft, slightly malleable, silvery-white metal.
Name Origin
Greek: barys (heavy or dense).
Sources
Found in barytine (BaSO4) and witherite (BaCO3), never found in pure form due to its reactivity. Must be stored under kerosene to remain pure.
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Atomic Number
56Learn more about the atomic number.
Atomic Mass
137,327
Discovery
Discovered By: Sir Humphrey Davy
Year: 1808
Location: England
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