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Definition of Te (Tellurium)
1.1 Common name: Tellurium
1.1.2 English name: Tellurium
1.2 The atomic number of Tellurium is 52.
1.3 The atomic mass of Tellurium is 127.60(3) u. Te does not have any specific molecular structure since it’s a chemical element.
1.4 Ion structure: Tellurium belongs to group XVI in the periodic table, so it has the ability to form negative ions with an oxidation number of -2. -
Properties of Te (Tellurium)
2.1 Physical properties of Tellurium: Tellurium is solid at room temperature, has a silvery-white color, no specific smell, and no acidity, so it does not provide information about pH levels.
2.2 Chemical properties of Tellurium: Tellurium interacts with alloys to create wear-resistant alloys. It also reacts with strong oxidizers. -
Common chemical equations with Te
The reactions of Te with other substances are complex and not commonly encountered at the Secondary School level, so information about specific reactions is not provided in this article. -
Preparation of Te (Tellurium)
4.1 Laboratory preparation of Te
Tellurium is not prepared in the laboratory due to its toxicity and difficulties in waste management.
4.2 Industrial preparation of Te: Tellurium is typically produced as a byproduct of copper and lead mining and refining.