Platinum
It's not just for rich people
Basic Info
Atomic Symbol: Pt
Atomic Number: 78
Atomic Weight: 195.084
Group: 10
Period: 6
Color: Greyish-White
Classification: Metallic
History
Platinum was discovered by Antonio Ulloa in 1735. This precious metal was discovered in South America. The name comes from the Spanish word "platina" which means silver. The element was also found in the Ural Mountains, Russia in 1822.
Uses
Jewelery
Wires
Dentistry
Electrical Contacts
Thermocouple Elements
Biology (in humans)
Has no biological role.
Geology (in the universe)
Platinum can be found in pure form or mixed with gold, nickel, copper, palladium, ruthenium, rhodium, iridium, and osmium
Properties
Does not oxidize in air.
Malleable and ductile.
Insoluable.
Interesting Facts
Platinum is one of the only elements with an alchemical symbol