Go-astronomy logo

Elements

Tungsten - W

The element Tungsten, atomic number 74, is formed from planetary nebula, which results from red giant death.

      1. Name:
      2. Tungsten
      1. Symbol:
      2. W
      1. Atomic number (protons):
      2. 74
      1. How created:
      2. planetary nebula
      1. Process:
      2. red giant death
      1. How created (secondary):
      2. neutron star merger
      1. Group (column):
      2. 6
      1. Period (row):
      2. 6
      1. Atomic weight:
      2. 183.840000000
      1. Melting point:
      2. 3695 K
      1. Boiling point:
      2. 5828 K
      1. Density:
      2. 19.2500000 g/cm3

    Find your inner astronomer. Your complete guide to amateur astronomy.