Antimony is a silvery-white metalloid from the periodic table. It is a relatively rare element and is highly resistant to corrosion. Antimony is often used in flame-proofing materials and in alloys for batteries, solder and pewter.
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| Atomic number | 51 |
| Group | VA |
| Period | 5 |
| Mass | 121.76 |
| Latin name | Stibium |
| Electron configuration | [Cd]5p3 |
| Oxidation state | -3, -2, -1, 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 |