Barium

=Barium= By: Ananth


 * Atomic Number:** 56


 * Protons:** 56


 * Electrons:** 56


 * Neutrons:** 81


 * Average Atomic Mass:** 137.327 amu


 * Discovery:** Barium was discovered by Sir Humphry Davy in 1808. Barium is found in compounds and does not occur naturally on Earth.


 * Name:** Barium comes from the greek word "//barys//"(heavy). Sir Humphry added the -ium to name Barium "heavy element".


 * Uses:** Barium is used for glassmaking and also making rubber. It is more commonly used in fireworks and lots of medicines.

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 * Interesting Facts**: Barium is used for everything from fireworks to medicine.