Crystal Structure of Potassium (K) [& Color, Uses, Discovery ... 2022

All atoms have a crystalline structure, even Potassium. Ok but how do we know what is the crystal structure of an atom of K?

In the case of Potassium the crystalline structure is Cubic: Body centered. There is a lot of cool facts about Potassium that people don't know. Let me walk you through...

Potassium Overview

Potassium Crystal Structure

Cubic: Body centered

Atomic Number

19

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Atomic Mass

39,0983

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Uses

Used as potash in making glass & soap. Also as saltpeter, potassium nitrate (KNO3) to make explosives and to color fireworks in mauve. Formerly called kalium (K). Vital to function of nerve and muscle tissures.

Sources

Found in minerals like carnallite [(KMgCl3).6H2O] & sylvite (potassium chloride, KCL). Pure metal is produced by the reaction of hot potassium chloride and sodium vapors in a special retort.

Description

Soft, waxy, silver-white metal. Eighth most abundant element in the earth's crust (20,900 ppm). Occurs only in compounds.

Atomic Symbol

K

Name Origin

English: pot ash; symbol from Latin: kalium, (alkali).

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Sir Humphrey Davy
Year: 1807
Location: England

Want to learn more details and data about Potassium (K)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

Video

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