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Pt
Platinum
Atomic Z: 78 · Mass A: 195
Proton (p⁺)
Neutron (n⁰)
Electron (e⁻)
Pt
Platinum
Z = 78
Mass A = 195 u · Transition Metal
Protons (p⁺)
78 Neutrons (n⁰)
117 Electrons (e⁻)
78 Orbit Velocity1.0x
Orbit Rings
Nucleus Glow
Select Element (29)
Scientific Summary
Extremely dense, corrosion-resistant noble transition metal invaluable as an industrial catalyst.
Did You Know?
Over 20% of all manufactured consumer goods rely on platinum catalysts somewhere in production!
Practical Applications
Automotive Catalytic Converters
Chemotherapy Cancer Drugs
Fuel Cell Electrodes
Fine Jewelry
Discovered By: Antonio de UlloaYear: 1735