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Fe

Iron

Atomic Z: 26 · Mass A: 56

Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Fe

Iron

Z = 26

Mass A = 56 u · Transition Metal

Protons (p⁺)
26
Neutrons (n⁰)
30
Electrons (e⁻)
26
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Scientific Summary

The most common element on Earth by mass, forming Earth’s outer core and oxygen-carrying hemoglobin in blood.

Did You Know?

Red blood cells get their crimson color from iron atoms binding oxygen molecules!

Practical Applications

Steel & Construction Alloys
Hemoglobin Oxygen Transport
Electromagnets
Industrial Catalysts
Discovered By: Known since AntiquityYear: Prehistoric