Copper is the 29th element in the periodic table, and is represented by the symbol Cu. In solid formations, copper is a soft metal that has an pinkish-orange color. Although it is one of the earliest metals known to have been refined and used by humans, it is still commonly used in construction and technology.
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Fast Facts
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Atomic number
29
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Atomic symbol
Cu
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Pure copper is pinkish-orange
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Metal is malleable and easily shaped
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Also a very good conductor of both heat and electricity
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Melting point
1984.32 degrees Fahrenheit (1084.62 degrees Celsius)
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Price (2008)
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Estimated earliest use
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Rarely occurs naturally in its pure form
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Combined with Zinc to form the alloy, Brass
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Combined with Tin to form the alloy, Bronze
