Beryllium
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Beryllium is highly toxic and inhalation of beryllium-containing dust can cause severe damage to the lungs, or even death.
| Beryllium | |
|---|---|
| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Be |
| Atomic number | 4 |
| Classification | Standard Metal |
| Atomic mass | 9.01 amu |
| Other Information | |
| 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. |