In the case of Thorium the melting point is 1750°C. Now let's look at other properties and facts about Thorium...
Thorium Overview
Thorium Melting Point
1750°CDiscovery
Discovered By: Jöns BerzeliusYear: 1828
Location: Sweden
State at 20 °C
solidUses
Used in making strong alloys. Also in ultraviolet photoelectric cells. It is a common ingredient in high-quality lenses. Bombarded with neutrons make uranium-233, a nuclear fuel.Sources
Found in various minerals like monazite and thorite.Description
Heavy, gray, soft, malleable, ductile, radioactive metal.Atomic Symbol
ThName Origin
Named for Thor, Norse god of thunder.Atomic Mass
232,0381Learn more about the atomic mass.
Atomic Number
90Learn more about the atomic number.
Want to learn more details and data about Thorium (Th)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.
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