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Bismuth

Bismuth

 
PHYSICAL DATA

          Atomic Number

          83

          Atomic Weight

          208.98

          Density [ 20°C / 68°F ]

          9.75 g/cm3

          Melting Point

          271 °C

GENERAL INFO
          History

Bismuth has been known since ancient times.  The name originated from the German words "weisse Masse" meaning white mass.  This phrase was later transformed through Latin to become bisemutum. 

          Uses
  • Used to make catalysts.
  • Oxides used in cosmetics.
  • Used to make low melting alloys for use in fire detectors/extinguishers, solders, and electric fuses.
  • Used in steel making to improve malleability.
FORMS
          Typical
          Pure forms: Bismuth compounds:
  • Pellet
  • Shot
  • Minerals (bismuthinite, bismite)
  • Oxides
  • Bismuth Bearing Alloys
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