82Pb207.2
Lead
Post-transition metal · element 82 · group 14, period 6
Quick facts
| Symbol | Pb |
|---|---|
| Atomic number | 82 |
| Relative atomic mass | 207.2 |
| Category | Post-transition metal |
| Position | group 14, period 6 |
| State at 20 °C | Solid |
| Melting point | 327.5 °C |
| Boiling point | 1,749 °C |
| Density | 11.34 g/cm³ |
| Electronegativity | 2.33 |
| Electron configuration | [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p2 |
About Lead
Lead has the symbol Pb and atomic number 82, which means every lead atom has 82 protons in its nucleus and, in a neutral atom, 82 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 327.5 °C and boils at 1,749 °C.
Explore it
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