Beryllium

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Beryllium
Name Beryllium
Symbol Be
Atomic number 4
Atomic mass 9.01 amu
Classification Standard Metal
Crystal structure Hexagonal
Color Grey
Date of discovery 1798
Name of discoverer Fredrich Wohler
Name origin Derived from the mineral Beryl.
Uses Spacecrafts, aircrafts, and missiles.
Obtained from Beryl or Chrysoberyl.

Beryllium is a chemical element that is highly . Inhalation of beryllium-containing dust can cause severe damage to the lungs, or even death.

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