Gallium


 * Element Name**: Gallium


 * Element Symbol:** Ga


 * Atomic Mass:** 70[[image:Gallium_Andrew.png width="216" height="288" align="right"]]


 * Atomic Number:** 31


 * Protons:** 31


 * Electrons:** 31


 * Discovery:** 1871 by Paul-Emile.


 * How it was Named:** It came from the Latin word for France, Gallia.


 * State of Matter:** solid


 * Melting Point:** 29.76°C


 * Boiling Point:** 2,204°C


 * Characteristics:** Pure Gallium has a beautiful silver color. Gallium is similar to glass. Gallium should not be stored in glass or metal it may break as the metal solidifies.


 * Uses of Element:** Gallium wets glass or porcelain and forms a brilliant mirror when it is painted on glass.


 * Interesting Facts:** Gallium is one of four metals mercury, cesium and rubidium which can be liquid near room temperature. Its toxicity is low but it should still be handled with care until more data is available.

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