Cerium
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Meaning
Cerium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 58.
About Cerium
Molecular Structure
- Cerium has the chemical symbol Ce.
- Cerium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Cerium as 58 protons and 82 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 58 and an atomic mass of 140.
- Cerium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
Properties
- Cerium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Cerium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Cerium is malleable.
- Cerium is sonorous.
- Cerium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Cerium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 58 protons in the nucleus.
About Cerium
Molecular Structure
- Cerium has the chemical formula Ce.
- Cerium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Cerium has 82 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 140.
- Cerium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
- Cerium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Cerium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Cerium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Cerium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Cerium is malleable.
- Cerium is sonorous.
- Cerium is ductile.