63.546
Atomic Mass (u)
1084.62 C
Melting Point
2562 C
Boiling Point
8.96 g/cm3
Density
1.9
Electronegativity
[Ar] 3d10 4s1
Electron Config
4
Period
11
Group
📖 About Copper
One of the first metals used by humans, with artifacts dating back 10,000 years. The Bronze Age was defined by copper alloys (bronze = copper + tin). Copper is the third most consumed industrial metal after iron and aluminium. It is an essential trace element in biology and has natural antimicrobial properties.
🔧 Uses and Applications
- Electrical wiring (second best conductor after silver)
- Plumbing and heat exchangers
- Bronze and brass alloys
- Computer circuit boards
- Antimicrobial surfaces in hospitals
💡 Did You Know?
Fact: Copper naturally kills bacteria and viruses. Hospital surfaces made of copper reduce healthcare-associated infections by up to 58%. The Statue of Liberty contains about 80 tonnes of copper, which has oxidized to its characteristic green patina.