Lead Mariana Savastano
Element Info
- Symbol: Pb, (metal, common)
- Atomic mass 207.2 amu
- Atomic number: 82
- Melting point: 327.5 C
- Boiling point: 1,749 C
APpeArance & CHaracteristics
- Solid (normal state)
- Malleable, easy to work with
- Free in nature
- Toxic (durable, resistant)
- Not very reactive
Name & Discovery
- Latin origin
- Known since ancient times
- Discovery?
- Latin name: Plumbum (means metal)
Timeline
Ancient uses
- Eyeliner
- Architecture (building blocks, pipes, faucets)
- Roofing
- Paint
19th and 20th century
Today
- Architecture (roofing, gutters)
- Statues
- Batteries
- Stained glass
- Bullets
Medicinal and Industrial uses
- Surgical instruments
- Chemical industry
- Electronical (phones)
- Electrical (pipes)
Lead Exposure
- Bad chemicals affects organs (toxic)
- Effects: behavior, learning, slowed growth
- Dangerous: Children
- Kids toys, plastic plates, cups
Facts
- Natural occurring element
- Found in small amounts
- Some beneficial uses
- Found in earth's crust
- Toxic to humans and animals
Citations
- Ted Ed. "Lead-Periodic Table of Videos." Ted-Ed. Ted-Ed, 15 Sept. 2008. Web. 18 May 2016
- S.J Kropschot. "Uses of Lead." Geology and Earth Science News, Articles, Photos, Maps and More. Geology.com, n.d. Web. 18 May 2016
- Dumb BOT. "Lead." - Wikipedia the Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, 16 May 2016. Web. 17 May 2016
- EPA. "Learn about Lead." EPA. Environmental Protection Agency, 15 Oct. 2015. Web. 16 May 2016.
- "Lead Facts." Lead Facts - Uses, Properties, Element Pb, Plumbing, Pipes, Weights. Ed. Science Kids, 1 Feb. 2016. Web. 18 May 2016.
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