Name |
Symbol |
Symbol |
Pt |
Atomic Number |
78 |
Number of Protons |
78 |
Number of Electrons |
78 |
Number of Neutrons |
117 |
Melting Point |
1772°C |
Boiling Point |
6,917°F |
Normal Phase |
Solid |
Family |
Platinum group. |
Period |
1735 |
Atomic Mass |
195.09 |
Group |
Metal |
Origin of Name |
Value |
Date & Place of Discovery |
1735 in Columbia and the western United States. |
Interesting Facts |
Lends its name to credit cards and music awards, |
Common Uses |
Jewelry, watches, catalytic converters. |