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Lawrencium

Key Stage 2

Meaning

Lawrencium is a metal.

Key Stage 3

Meaning

Lawrencium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 103.

About Lawrencium

Molecular Structure

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

Atomic Structure

Lawrencium as 103 protons and 163 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 103 and an atomic mass of 266.
Lawrencium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.

Properties

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

Key Stage 4

Meaning

Lawrencium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 103 protons in the nucleus.

About Lawrencium

Molecular Structure

Lawrencium has the chemical formula Lr.
Lawrencium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.

Atomic Structure

The most stable isotope of Lawrencium has 163 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 266.
Lawrencium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
Lawrencium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.

Properties

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