Symbol
C
Atomic Number
6
Atomic Mass
12.011
Protons
6
Neutrons
6
Electrons
6
Type
Non-metal
Isotopes
Carbon-12, Carbon-13, Carbon-14
Discovery Year
Prehistoric
Group
14
Period
2
Boiling Point
Substance dependent
Melting Point
7100°F
Electron Configuration
[He] 2s² 2p²
Density (g/cm³)
2.267
Crystal Structure
Diamond cubic
Magnetism
Diamagnetic
Abundance in Earth's Crust
0.02%
Phase at Room Temperature
Solid