Aluminum 4 dayz
By Kaiyah Chaney and Hannah Byers
Aluminum
Atomic symbol: Al
Atomic number: 13
Atomic mass; 26.982
Protons: 13
Neutrons: 14
Electrons:13
Valence electrons: 3
Group:13
Period:3
Reaction: When stripped of its oxide layer it burns in oxygen with a bright white flame, and forming trioxide aluminum.
Who discovered it: Hans Christian Orstead
When was it discovered: 1825
Where can it be found: Australia, Brazil, China, India, Guinea, Indonesia, Jamaica, Russia, Suriname
Physical features: Soft, durable, lightweight, non-magnetic,silver or dull grey( depends on how smooth the surface is)
Common uses: Aluminum foil, transportation, paint, some guitar necks, kitchen utensils, cans