Crystal Structure of Arsenic (As) [& Color, Uses, Discovery ... 2022

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

In the case of Arsenic the crystalline structure is Rhombohedral. There is a lot of cool facts about Arsenic that people don't know. Let me walk you through...

Arsenic Overview

Arsenic Crystal Structure

Rhombohedral

Atomic Number

33

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Mass

74,92159

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Uses

Many of its compounds are deadly poison and used as weed killer and rat poison. Conducts electricity. Used in semiconductors. Some compounds, called arsenides, are used in the manufacture of paints, wallpapers, and ceramics.

Sources

Found in mispickel (arsenopyrite)

Description

Steel-gray, brittle semi-metal.

Atomic Symbol

As

Name Origin

Greek: arsenikon; Latin: arsenicum, (both names for yellow pigment).

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown

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

Video

Are you having trouble understanding the basics of atomic elements? This video will walk you through:

• What is an element
• What is a substance
• What Elements look like
• How a small number of atoms can be joined and form completely different substances

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