Lead

Lead is a heavy metal with a wide range of applications, though its toxicity limits its use today.

Atomic Structure

lead atom electronic configuration

Atomic Information

Property	Value
Atomic Number	82
Symbol	Pb
Atomic Mass	207.2 u
Electron Configuration	[Xe] 4f¹⁴ 5d¹⁰ 6s² 6p²
State at Room Temperature	Solid

Uses of Lead

Used in lead-acid batteries.
Historically used in paints and pipes (though now avoided due to toxicity).
Used in shielding against radiation.