Who named it?- Klaproth named the new element Tellurium. The name comes from the Latin word "tellus" meaning earth.
Unique information- Tellurium is now classified as a Metalloid because scientists were confused in the 1700's because it had the properties of metals and non-metals. Tellurium is the rarest stable solid element in the eath's crust. Tellurium is also mildly toxic. Tellurium also improves the machine-ability of copper and stainless steel. The orgin of Tellurium came from the Latin word tellus, meaning earth.
Compounds- Tellurium hexafluoride, Tellurium iodide, Tellurium tetra bromide, Tellurium tetracholride, and Tellurium tetra fluoride.
Uses for Tellurium- Semi conductors, ceramics, tinting glass, and prevents corrosions.
Physical properties- Density is 6.24 grams per cubic centimeter. Telluriums color is silver-white. Its crystal structure is Hexagonal. It has a metallic luster. It is easily pulverized.
Unique information- Tellurium is now classified as a Metalloid because scientists were confused in the 1700's because it had the properties of metals and non-metals. Tellurium is the rarest stable solid element in the eath's crust. Tellurium is also mildly toxic. Tellurium also improves the machine-ability of copper and stainless steel. The orgin of Tellurium came from the Latin word tellus, meaning earth.
Compounds- Tellurium hexafluoride, Tellurium iodide, Tellurium tetra bromide, Tellurium tetracholride, and Tellurium tetra fluoride.
Uses for Tellurium- Semi conductors, ceramics, tinting glass, and prevents corrosions.
Physical properties- Density is 6.24 grams per cubic centimeter. Telluriums color is silver-white. Its crystal structure is Hexagonal. It has a metallic luster. It is easily pulverized.