Atomic Number: 6
Atomic Weight: 12.0107
Melting Point: 3823 K (3550C or 6422F)
Boiling Point: 4098 K (3825C or 6917F)
Density: 2.2670 grams per cubic centimeter
Phase at Room Temperature: Solid
Element Classification: Non-metal
Period Number: 2 Group Number: 14 Group Name: none
Meaning: from carbo or charcoal. Carbon is one of the vital element in all living things. It exist in many forms, graphite; diamond; carbon blasck; bone black; charcoal and coal. Substance that contain carbon is called organic compound.
Discovery: Ancient
Uses: Pencil; Diamond; Dry Ices; Petroleum; Welding; Filters