Vanadium

Vanadium

Element NamE

Element Symbol

Number of each subatomic particle

• Number of Protons = 23
• Number of Electrons = 23
• Number of Neutrons = 28

Atomic Number

23

Atomic mass

50.9415

Group number

Classification

Metal

Bohr Model

Period number

Prioerties of that element chosen

A hard, ductile metal having a silvery-gray appearance. Harder than most metals and exhibits good corrosion resistance against alkalis and acids

Phase at room temperature

Solid

Fun Fact

Vanadium is found in more than 60 minerals and can be found within 60 minutes.

Lewis Structure

Where element is found in nature

in the earth's crust, often found with titanium and iron in their ores, and significant concentrations are found in certain coal and oil deposits, such as crude and shale oils.

Uses for element in technology

Production of glass coatings that block infrared radiation, in special optical glasses for night vision. Used in green technology applications, especially in battery technology.

Uses for element in medicine

Treats diabetes, low blood sugar, high cholesterol, heart disease, anemia, and water retention, helps improve athletic performance in weight training, preventing cancer.

Uses for element in society

Used in nuclear reactors because of vanadium's low neutron-absorbing properties. Used as a pigment for ceramics and glass, as a catalyst and in producing superconducting magnets. Essential to some species, including humans, although we need very little.