Facts about the
Definition of the Element Gallium
The Element Gallium is defined as...
A rare metallic element that is liquid near room temperature,
expands on solidifying, and is found as a trace element in coal,
bauxite, and other minerals. It is used in semiconductor
technology and as a component of various low-melting alloys.
Interesting Facts
about the Origin and Meaning of the element name Gallium
What are the origins of the word Gallium ?
Gallium was discovered by Paul Emile Lecoq de Boisbaudran. The
name originates from the Latin word Gallia meaning France also
gallus, meaning "rooster"after himself 'Lecoq' .
Facts about the
Classification of the Element Gallium
Gallium is classified in the 'Other Metals' section which can be
located in groups 13, 14, and 15 of the Periodic Table. All of
these elements are solid, have a relatively high density and are
opaque.
Brief Facts about the
Discovery and History of the Element Gallium
Gallium was discovered by Paul Emile Lecoq de Boisbaudran in
France in 1875.
Occurrence of the
element Gallium in
the Atmosphere Gallium does not exist in pure
form in nature
Found as a trace element in coal, bauxite, and other minerals
Common Uses of Gallium
Semi-conductors
Component of various low-melting alloys
The Properties of the Element Gallium
Name of Element : Gallium
Symbol of Element : Ga
Atomic Number of Gallium : 31
Atomic Mass: 69.723 amu
Melting Point: 29.78 °C - 302.93 °K
Boiling Point: 2403.0 °C - 2676.15 °K
Number of Protons/Electrons in Gallium : 31
Number of Neutrons in Gallium : 39
Crystal Structure: Orthorhombic
Density @ 293 K: 5.907 g/cm3
Color of Gallium : white / silver
The element Gallium and the Periodic Table
Find out more facts about Gallium 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 Gallium for additional facts and
info and for an instant comparison of the Atomic Weight, Melting
Point, Boiling Point and Mass - G/cc of Gallium with any other
element. An invaluable source for more interesting facts and
information about the Gallium 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 Gallium 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. Gallium was discovered by Paul Emile Lecoq de Boisbaudran in
France in 1875. 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
Gallium is
just one element that can be found.
