Facts about the
Definition of the Element Carbon
The Element Carbon is defined as...
A naturally abundant non-metallic element that occurs in many
inorganic and in all organic compounds, exists freely as graphite
and diamond and as a constituent of coal, limestone, and
petroleum, and is capable of chemical self-bonding to form an
enormous number of chemically, biologically, and commercially
important molecules. One of the hardest (diamond) substances known
to man. The most common uses of Carbon are
in Fossil fuels - methane gas, Diamonds, Crude oil (petroleum),
Radiocarbon dating, Smoke detectors, Graphite carbon used as
charcoal for cooking & artwork, Gasoline, Kerosene, Carbon
monoxide - dioxide and Carbon Fiber.
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Interesting Facts
about the Origin and Meaning of the element name Carbon
What are the origins of the word Carbon ?
The name originates from the Latin word carbo meaning "charcoal"
Facts about the
Classification of the Element Carbon
Carbon is classified as an element in the 'Non-metals' section
which can be located in groups 14,15 and 16 of the Periodic Table.
Non-metals are not easily able to conduct electricity or heat and
do not reflect light . Non-metallic elements are very brittle, and
cannot be rolled into wires or pounded into sheets. Non-metallic
elements exist, at room temperature, in two of the three states of
matter : gases (such as oxygen) and solids (such as carbon).
Brief Facts about the
Discovery and History of the Element Carbon
Carbon was discovered and used in Ancient times.
Occurrence of the
element Carbon in
the Atmosphere
Carbon compounds form the basis of all life on Earth
Exists freely as graphite and diamond
Obtained from burning with insufficient oxygen
A constituent of coal, limestone, and petroleum
Common Uses of Carbon
Fossil fuels - methane gas
Diamonds
Crude oil (petroleum)
Radiocarbon dating
Smoke detectors
Graphite carbon used as charcoal for cooking & artwork
Gasoline
Kerosene
Carbon monoxide - dioxide
Carbon Fiber
The Properties of the Element Carbon
Name of Element : Carbon
Symbol of Element : C
Atomic Number of Carbon : 6
Atomic Mass: 12.0107 amu
Melting Point: 3500.0 °C - 3773.15 °K
Boiling Point: 4827.0 °C - 5100.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Carbon : 6
Number of Neutrons in Carbon : 6
Crystal Structure: Hexagonal
Density @ 293 K: 2.62 g/cm3
Color of Carbon : blackish
The element Carbon and the Periodic Table
Find out more facts about Carbon on the Periodic Table which
arranges every chemical element according to its atomic number, as
based on the periodic law, so that chemical elements with similar
properties are in the same column. Our Periodic Table is simple to
use - just click on the symbol for Carbon for additional facts and
info and for an instant comparison of the Atomic Weight, Melting
Point, Boiling Point and Mass - G/cc of Carbon with any other
element. An invaluable source for more interesting facts and
information about the Carbon element and as a Chemistry reference
guide.
Facts and Info about
the element Argon - IUPAC and the Modern Standardised Periodic Table
The Standardised Periodic Table in use today was agreed by the
International Union of Pure Applied Chemistry, IUPAC, in 1985
which includes the Carbon element. The famous Russian Scientist,
Dimitri Mendeleev, perceived the correct classification method of
"the periodic table" for the 65 elements which were known in his
time. The Standardised Periodic Table now recognises more periods
and elements than Dimitri Mendeleev knew in his day but still all
fitting into his concept of the "Periodic Table" in which
Carbon is
just one element that can be found.
