Bismuth Element Cube

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Bismuth is a dense metal with about 86% of the density of lead. The symbol for bismuth is Bi. It has an atomic weight of 208.9804 and its atomic number is 83. The iridescent colors that are seen on the surface of the crystals if formed during oxidation along with its obvious crystal formations. Bismuth is one of the first 10 elements ever to be discovered. It was originally believed to be stable, but in 2003 it was discovered to be slightly radioactive with a half-life more than a billion times the age of the universe. This means that its radioactivity is negligible. Bismuth compounds are used to make cosmetics pigments and pharmaceuticals such as Pepto Bismol. This undoubtedly beautiful element is suspended in crystal-clear Lucite acrylic.

Details
  • Made In USA
  • 2x2x2 inches
  • 99% pure Bismuth sample
Safety

We get asked about the radioactivity and overall safety of the periodic tables/cubes from time to time. These are legitimate concerns and we wanted to address those concerns here. Although there are several elements in the cubes that are dangerous or toxic, the acrylic and glass ampules make the products safe to handle and store.

The average American is exposed to 0.034 mrem/hr from background radiation (300 mrem/year). In other words, a person will get three times the radiation from natural background radiation which includes the sun, food, radon, and the environment, than they will from holding a radioactive element in one of our Lucite Acrylic displays.

Care Instructions

Wash with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water. Use a clean, soft cloth, or sponge. Rinse and blot dry with a damp cloth or chamois.

*Never use abrasive cleaners, household cleaners, window-cleaning fluids, scouring compounds, gritty cloths, or strong solvents such as alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, etc.*

To maintain the brilliant luster of acrylic, wax and occasionally with a quality grade of automobile paste wax (NOT A CLEANER WAX COMBINATION.) Apply a thin coat with a clean, cotton flannel cloth. Then wipe with a clean damp cloth. NEVER USE HOUSEHOLD SPRAY WAXES.

Proudly made in the U.S.A.

Customer Reviews

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Fernando Balderas Mendieta

Amazing and beautiful cube I loved it !!!

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Tracey Gayle
Beautiful

A gorgeous piece. Can't wait to order more.

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Jim Oler

Bismuth Element Cube

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D.G.
Really fast international shipment

I'm located in México and I received my package really fast, just like 8 days or so, and of course the product is beautiful, recommend 100000000%

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Mrdaddy
Peptastic

One of my favorite elements bc it’s in pepto bismol
:-P colors are gorgeous on this sample and it arrived quick during the holiday season. I’ve purchased several orders from engineered labs and they’re a solid company. I’ll continue ordering from them! 5 stars, highly recommend!