Potassium Summary

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788 words, approx. 3 pages
Potassium Potassium is the third element in Group 1 of the periodic table. The elements in this group are commonly referred to as the alkali metals. Potassium has an atomic number of 19, an atomic mas... Read more
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Potassium Imbalance Potassium, a necessary electrolyte, facilitates nerve impulse conduction and the contraction of skeletal and smooth muscles, including the heart. It also facilitates cell membrane ... Read more
764 words, approx. 3 pages
Potassium Potassium is an alkali metal element denoted by the atomic symbol K. It has an atomic number of 19, and an atomic weight of 39.0983. It is a soft, silvery-white metal that is brittle at low ... Read more
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Potassium Symbol K Atomic Number 19 Atomic Mass 39.0983 Family Group 1 (Ia) Alkali Metal Pronunciation poe-TAS-see-um Overview Potassium is one of the alkali metals. The alkali metals are the element... Read more