Arsenic (As)
Metalloids | Atomic Number: 33
Basic Properties
As
33
74.922 g/mol
| Element Category | Metalloids |
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| Atomic Number | 33 |
| Atomic Weight | 74.922 g/mol |
| Crystal Structure | Rhombohedral |
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Description
Arsenic exhibits properties of both metals and non-metals. It's used in semiconductors, bronzes, and historically as a poison.
| Density | 5.72 g/cm³ |
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| Tensile Strength | N/A |
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| Hardness | N/A |
| Melting Point | 817°C (sublimes) |
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| Boiling Point | 614°C |
| No electrical properties data available |
| Corrosion Resistance | Poor |
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Applications
Used in alloys, semiconductors, and pesticides.
Production Methods
Extracted from arsenopyrite.
History
Known since ancient times; infamous for its toxicity.