Difference between revisions of "Copper"
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| − | {{Element | name=Copper | symbol=Cu | anumber=29 | amass=63.5 amu | | + | {{Element | name=Copper | symbol=Cu | anumber=29 | amass=63.5 amu | state=solid | class=Transition metal | cstructure=cubic | color=metallic burnt orange (it's what pennies are made of) | date=Copper has been known since ancient times | discname=Unknown | origname=From the Latin ''cyprium'', referring to the island of Cyprus, where it was obtained in ancient times. | uses=Copper is used in wires because it conducts electricity very well. It is also useful in jewelry and coins| obtained=chalcopyrite, coveline, and chalcosine }} |
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Revision as of 16:27, 30 May 2007
| Copper | |
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| Properties | |
| Atomic symbol | Cu |
| Atomic number | 29 |
| Classification | Transition metal |
| Atomic mass | 63.5 amu |
| Other Information | |
| Date of discovery | Copper has been known since ancient times |
| Name of discoverer | Unknown |
| Name origin | From the Latin cyprium, referring to the island of Cyprus, where it was obtained in ancient times. |
| Uses | Copper is used in wires because it conducts electricity very well. It is also useful in jewelry and coins |
| Obtained from | chalcopyrite, coveline, and chalcosine |
