Carbon Atom
Published on Dec 06, 2015
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Why Did I Pick Carbon?
I picked carbon for my atom model because it’s relatively simple and it makes up almost every living organism on earth. Also the phrase “carbon-based lifeforms” is very common in many sci-fi movies. The reason for this is because our bodies, along with most other organisms on the planet, are made up of about 99% carbon.
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Origins of Carbon
Although the exact origins of carbon are unknown, it’s estimated that the carbon atom was discovered at around 3750 BCE by the Egyptians and Sumerians. In 1789, French chemist Antoine Lavoisier formally recognized carbon as an element.
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Chemical Composition of Carbon
Carbon (C) is the sixth element on the periodic table and has an atomic number of six which means there are six protons and neutrons in a carbon atom. Revolving around the carbon atom are six negatively charged electrons. On the periodic table, carbon is classified in Group 14 because it is a nonmetal and tetravalent.
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Variations of Carbon
While carbon is located in many living and breathing organisms, there are many allotropes of carbon such as diamonds, graphite, and amorphous carbon. In an allotropic form, the physical properties of carbon will vastly vary.
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Carbon Isotopes
Carbon isotopes, such as Carbon 14, are widely used to help determine the age of an object or dead organism.
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Future of Carbon
I don't see carbon getting any more advanced in the near future because it is one of Earth's most basic elements. Although, maybe someday people will figure out how to turn carbon into diamonds.
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