Bismuth - Element Properties and Periodic Table Information

Bismuth - An element from the Periodic Table based on the IOUPAC 1985 standard

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Definition of the Bismuth Element
A white, crystalline, brittle, highly diamagnetic metallic element used in alloys to form sharp castings for objects sensitive to high temperatures and in various low-melting alloys for fire-safety devices.

Origin / Meaning of the name Bismuth
The name originates from the German word 'wissmuth' meaning white mass and the Latin word bisemutum.

Classification of the Bismuth Element
Bismuth is classified in the 'Other Metals' section which can be located in groups 13, 14, and 15 of the Periodic Table. All of these elements are solid, have a relatively high density and are opaque.

Facts about the Discovery and History of the Bismuth Element
Was used in Ancient times and used by the ancient Asians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans and Chinese. Bismuth was discovered by Claude Geoffrey Junine in 1753.

Occurrence the Bismuth Element
From bismuthinite and bismite ores
Produced in USA, Canada, South America and Japan

Associated Uses of Bismuth
Pharmaceuticals
Fuses
Fire detection
Magnets
Bismuth oxychloride
 

The Properties of the Bismuth Element
Name of Element : Bismuth
Symbol of Element : Bi
Atomic Number of Bismuth : 83
Atomic Mass: 208.98038 amu
Melting Point: 271.3 °C - 544.45 °K
Boiling Point: 1560.0 °C - 1833.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Bismuth : 83
Number of Neutrons in Bismuth : 126
Crystal Structure: Rhombohedral
Density @ 293 K: 9.8 g/cm3
Color of Bismuth : white

Bismuth and the Periodic Table
Check out Bismuth on the Periodic Table which arranges each chemical element according to its atomic number, as based on the periodic law, so that chemical elements with similar properties are in the same column. Our Periodic Table is simple to use - just click on the symbol for Bismuth for additional information and for an instant comparison of the Atomic Weight, Melting Point, Boiling Point and Mass - G/cc with any other element. An invaluable source of facts and information as a Chemistry reference guide.

Bismuth - IUPAC and the Modern Standardised Periodic Table
The Standardised Periodic Table in use today was agreed by the International Union of Pure Applied Chemistry, IUPAC, in 1985 and now recognises more periods and elements than Dimitri  Mendeleev knew in his day but still all fitting into his concept of  the "Periodic Table" in which Bismuth is just one element that can be found.
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