Rubidium

Element Name: Rubidium


 * Element Symbol:** RB


 * Atomic Mass:** 85[[image:rubidium_brij.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 37


 * Protons:** 37


 * Electrons:** 37


 * Discovery:** Bunsen and Kirchhoff found this element in 1861.


 * How it was Named:** Rubidium in Latin means deepest red.


 * State of Matter:** Liquid


 * Melting Point:** 39.3°C


 * Boiling Point:** 68.8°C


 * Characteristics:**
 * It is soft silvery white element.
 * It ignites spontaneously in air.
 * It acts violently in water.


 * Uses of Element:** Chemical and electronic applications.

Rubidium explodes in water.
 * Interesting Facts:**Rubidium is sometimes used in fireworks to give a purple color.

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