Boron

Boron
Properties
Atomic symbol	B
Atomic number	5
Classification	Non-metal
Atomic mass	10.8 amu
Other Information
Date of discovery	1808
Name of discoverer	Sir Humphrey Davy and J. L. Gay-Lussac
Name origin	From the names Borax and Carbon.
Uses	Boron is used to make heat resistant alloys
Obtained from	kernite

Boron is a chemical element which is used to provide a green color for fireworks, in the manufacture of bleach and as a nuclear radiation sheilding material.