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56Ba

Element 56

Barium

Alkaline earth

Barium is a chemical element with symbol Ba and atomic number 56.

Key data

Atomic number
56
Atomic mass
137.328 u
Group / Period
2 / 6
Block
s-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
3.51 g/cm³
Melting point
726.9 °C
Boiling point
1844.8 °C
Electron configuration
[Xe] 6s2

Common uses

  • X-ray contrast agent
  • Green fireworks
  • Drilling muds

Discovery

Year: 1808

Discovered by: Carl Wilhelm Scheele

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Barium?

Barium has atomic number 56. Its symbol is Ba and its atomic mass is 137.328 u.

What category of element is Barium?

Barium is classified as alkaline earth. It sits in group 2, period 6 of the periodic table.

What is Barium used for?

Common uses of Barium include: X-ray contrast agent, Green fireworks, Drilling muds.

When was Barium discovered?

Barium was discovered in 1808 by Carl Wilhelm Scheele.

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