BORON ~ B
Maria Barragan
Boron
The atomic number is 5 and its atomic mass is 10.812. It belongs to Period 2 and Group 13, the Boron Family. It is a solid metalloid.
Laundry Detergent
Boron if found in various laundry detergents and soaps including "Borax".
Rocket Fuel Igniter
Amorphous Boron, used in rocket fuel igniters and in pyrotechnic flared, gives off distinctive green colored flares.
Borosilicate Glass
Boric Oxide is used to make borosilicate glass used anywhere from a chemistry lab to a kitchen at home.