Antimony (Sb)
Metalloids | Atomic Number: 51
Basic Properties
Sb
51
121.76 g/mol
| Element Category | Metalloids |
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| Atomic Number | 51 |
| Atomic Weight | 121.76 g/mol |
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Description
A lustrous gray metalloid with semiconductor properties
| Density | 6.68 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 630.6°C |
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| Boiling Point | 1587°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Moderate |
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Applications
Flame retardants, batteries, alloys, semiconductors, infrared detectors
Production Methods
Obtained by roasting stibnite ore.
History
Known since ancient times; used in cosmetics and medicine.