Curium
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Meaning
Curium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 96.
About Curium
Molecular Structure
- Curium has the chemical symbol Cm.
- Curium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Curium as 96 protons and 151 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 96 and an atomic mass of 247.
- Curium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
Properties
- Curium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Curium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Curium is malleable.
- Curium is sonorous.
- Curium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Curium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 96 protons in the nucleus.
About Curium
Molecular Structure
- Curium has the chemical formula Cm.
- Curium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Curium has 151 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 247.
- Curium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
- Curium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Curium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Curium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Curium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Curium is malleable.
- Curium is sonorous.
- Curium is ductile.