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Be
Beryllium
Atomic Z: 4 · Mass A: 9
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Be
Beryllium
Z = 4
Mass A = 9 u · Alkaline Earth Metal
Protons (p⁺)
4 Neutrons (n⁰)
5 Electrons (e⁻)
4 Orbit Velocity1.0x
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Scientific Summary
Strong, lightweight alkaline earth metal with exceptional thermal conductivity and non-magnetic properties.
Did You Know?
The mirrors of the James Webb Space Telescope are made of gold-coated Beryllium!
Practical Applications
JWST Space Mirrors
X-Ray Machine Windows
Aerospace Structural Metal
Nuclear Moderators
Discovered By: Louis-Nicolas VauquelinYear: 1798