Indium (In)
Amorphous Metals | Atomic Number: 49
Basic Properties
In
49
114.818 g/mol
| Element Category | Amorphous Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 49 |
| Atomic Weight | 114.818 g/mol |
| Crystal Structure | Tetragonal |
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Description
Indium is soft and malleable with a bright luster. It's used in flat-panel displays, solders, and as a semiconductor dopant.
| Density | 7.31 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 156.6°C |
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| Boiling Point | 2072°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Good |
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Applications
Used in semiconductors and low-melting alloys.
Production Methods
Extracted from zinc ores.
History
Discovered in 1863.