Germanium, denoted by the chemical symbol Ge and atomic number 32, sits in the carbon group of the periodic table. Germanium is typically a byproduct of zinc ore processing but can also be found in small amounts in silver, lead, and copper ores.
The element is a lustrous, gray-white, brittle metalloid with a diamond-like crystalline structure. It is known for its ability to transmit infrared radiation and for its exceptional semiconductor properties.
At TXRocks, we supply a wide range of critical minerals that underpin advancements in various industries worldwide. Germanium, a hard, brittle semimetal, is one such integral resource. Its unique optical and semiconducting properties have paved the way for its use in telecommunications, infrared optics, and solar cell applications.