Name |
Copper |
symbol |
Cu |
Atomic Number |
29 |
Atomic Mass |
63.5 |
Number of Protons |
29 |
Number of Neutrons |
35 |
Melting Point |
1084 degrees celcius |
Boiling Point |
2562 degrees Celcius |
Normal Phase |
Solid |
Family |
Transition Metal |
Period |
4 |
Group |
11 |
Origin of Name |
Latin word "cuprum" |
Date & Place of discovery |
By an unknown person in 9000 B.C |
Interesting Facts |
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Common Uses |
It's used on jewelry and ornaments |