Chromium
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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Chromium is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 24.
About Chromium
Molecular Structure
- Chromium has the chemical symbol Cr.
- Chromium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Chromium as 24 protons and 28 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 24 and an atomic mass of 52.
- Chromium is in Period 4 of the Periodic Table because it has 4 electron shells.
Properties
- Chromium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Chromium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Chromium is malleable.
- Chromium is sonorous.
- Chromium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Chromium is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 24 protons in the nucleus.
About Chromium
Molecular Structure
- Chromium has the chemical formula Cr.
- Chromium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Chromium has 28 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 52.
- Chromium is in Period 4 of the Periodic Table because it has 4 electron shells.
- Chromium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Chromium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Chromium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Chromium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Chromium is malleable.
- Chromium is sonorous.
- Chromium is ductile.