100 g bar Bismuth 990 ?

This product is an ingot made of bismuth, a brittle metal that is silvery-white with a pinkish tinge. The ingot weighs 100 grams and has a purity of 990 per thousand, indicating that the ingot is composed of 99% pure bismuth. Bismuth is known to be one of the most diamagnetic metals and has very low thermal conductivity.

The ingot has a metallic appearance, with a surface that may have irregularities due to the solidification process. Bismuth has the peculiarity of expanding upon solidification, a rare phenomenon among metals that can influence the final appearance of the ingot. The color may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions and surface oxidation, ranging from a bright silvery-white to duller shades with pink or iridescent reflections.

The bismuth ingot is often used in industrial applications, including the manufacture of low melting point alloys, pharmaceuticals, and pigments. Due to its low toxicity compared to other heavy metals, bismuth is also used as a substitute for lead in some applications. In addition, bismuth crystals, which can be obtained by melting and slowly cooling the metal, are prized for their complex geometric structure and bright colors due to a thin layer of oxide on the surface.

The ingot is identifiable by its precise weight of 100 grams and its purity of 990 ?, usually engraved or marked on its surface. These indications guarantee the authenticity and quality of the bismuth contained in the ingot. The shape of the ingot may vary, but it is generally designed to facilitate handling and storage.