Indium

Element Name: Indium


 * Element Symbol:** In


 * Atomic Mass:** 115[[image:indium_kristin.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** # 49


 * Protons:** 49


 * Electrons:** 49


 * Discovery:** Reich and Richter in 1924


 * How It Was Named:** Named after the bright line in its Spectrum


 * State Of Matter:** Solid


 * Melting Point:** 157°C


 * Boiling Point:** 2072°C


 * Characteristics:**
 * It is very soft.
 * It is a silvery-white metal.
 * It coats high speeds bearings.


 * Uses Of Element:** Making photoconductors


 * Interesting Facts:**
 * It gives a high-piched "cry" when bent.
 * It is used to make mirrors

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