83Bi208.98
Bismuth
Post-transition metal · element 83 · group 15, period 6
Quick facts
| Symbol | Bi |
|---|---|
| Atomic number | 83 |
| Relative atomic mass | 208.98 |
| Category | Post-transition metal |
| Position | group 15, period 6 |
| State at 20 °C | Solid |
| Melting point | 271.4 °C |
| Boiling point | 1,564 °C |
| Density | 9.78 g/cm³ |
| Electronegativity | 2.02 |
| Electron configuration | [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p3 |
About Bismuth
Bismuth has the symbol Bi and atomic number 83, which means every bismuth atom has 83 protons in its nucleus and, in a neutral atom, 83 electrons. At room temperature it is a solid.
Post-transition metals are softer metals found to the right of the transition metals, with lower melting points.
It melts at 271.4 °C and boils at 1,564 °C.
Explore it
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