Lead
Important Information About Lead
atomic number= 82
atomic mass= 207. 21
chemical symbol= Pb
classification= metal
Overview
Lead is the heaviest metal of the carbon family. Even though it is a part of the carbon family (in group 14), it is very different in appearance and behaviour of carbon. Lead is in the 6th period.
Lead is the most commonly known substance to the ancient peoples. One of the oldest findings were part of a small statue in Egypt. It was made during the First Dynasty, in 3400 B.C, but also mentioned in old writings of India and the Bible.
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