Promethium (Pm)
Amorphous Metals | Atomic Number: 61
Basic Properties
Pm
61
145 g/mol
| Element Category | Amorphous Metals |
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| Atomic Number | 61 |
| Atomic Weight | 145 g/mol |
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Description
A radioactive element primarily used in specialized batteries and as a portable X-ray source
| Density | 7.26 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 1042°C |
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| Boiling Point | 3000°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Unknown |
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Applications
Limited due to radioactivity.
Production Methods
Produced synthetically.
History
Discovered in 1945.