Antimony (Sb): Fun Facts and Information About the Element

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Fun Facts about Antimony

What is the symbol? Sb
What is the atomic number? 51
What is the atomic weight? 121.76
What is the melting point in Celsius? 630
What is the boiling point in Celsius? 1750
What is the density (g/cm3)? 6.68
What year was it discovered? ancient
Who discovered the element? Known since ancient times
What group is the element in? 15
What is the electron configuration? [Kr] 4d10 5s2 5p3
What is the ionization energy? 8.6084
What element category is it in? Metalloids

Where does Antimony Come From?

Antimony is not abundant, but is found in over 100 mineral species. It is sometimes found natively, but more frequently it is found as the sulfide stibnite.

What is Antimony Used For?

Antimony is finding use in semiconductor technology for making infrared detectors, diodes and Hall-effect devices. Batteries, antifriction alloys, type metal, small arms and tracer bullets, cable sheathing, and minor products use about half the metal produced.

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