What Is the Chemical Sign of Antimony?

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The chemical sign for antimony is "Sb," derived from its Latin name "stibium." This symbol is used universally in the periodic table to represent the element with atomic number 51. Antimony is classified as a metalloid and is known for its applications in flame retardants and lead-acid batteries.

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