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Berkelium

Key Stage 2

Meaning

Berkelium is a metal.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

Berkelium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 97.

About Berkelium

Molecular Structure

Berkelium has the chemical symbol Bk.
Berkelium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.

Atomic Structure

Berkelium as 97 protons and 150 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 97 and an atomic mass of 247.
Berkelium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.

Properties

Berkelium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
Berkelium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
Berkelium is malleable.
Berkelium is sonorous.
Berkelium is ductile.

Key Stage 4

Meaning

Berkelium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 97 protons in the nucleus.

About Berkelium

Molecular Structure

Berkelium has the chemical formula Bk.
Berkelium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.

Atomic Structure

The most stable isotope of Berkelium has 150 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 247.
Berkelium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
Berkelium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.

Properties

Berkelium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
Berkelium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
Berkelium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
Berkelium is malleable.
Berkelium is sonorous.
Berkelium is ductile.