Definition	From "Borax" or carbon. It is most common in borax(sodium borate). A trace element needed for plant growth, but can be toxic in excess.
Discovery	1808, by J.G Lussac and L. Thenard of france and Sir Davy of britain.
Uses	Tennis rackets, Glasses, Arthritis treatment, Pyrotechnic flares
Group of Elements	Metalloids/Semi-metals(Solid)
Atomic Weight	10.806; 10.821
Oxidation State	+3
Melting Point	2300
Boiling Point	2550
Density	2.35 g/cm3
Electronegativity	2.0