Antimony

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Antimony (Sb) is a toxic, flaky, brittle element. It is one of the few elements which is neither a metal or a non-metal. It does not react with air, but burns brightly when ignited. Since it is not a metal, antimony is a poor conductor of both heat and electricity.

Antimony
Properties
Atomic symbol Sb
Atomic number 51
Classification Standard Metal
Atomic mass 121.8 amu
Other Information
Date of discovery Antimony has been known since ancient times.
Name of discoverer Unknown
Name origin From the Greek anti and monos.
Uses Hardens lead, plastics, and chemicals.
Obtained from Stibnite and Valentinite.