Manganese
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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Manganese is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 25.
About Manganese
Molecular Structure
- Manganese has the chemical symbol Mn.
- Manganese atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Manganese as 25 protons and 30 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 25 and an atomic mass of 55.
- Manganese is in Period 4 of the Periodic Table because it has 4 electron shells.
Properties
- Manganese is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Manganese is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Manganese is malleable.
- Manganese is sonorous.
- Manganese is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Manganese is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 25 protons in the nucleus.
About Manganese
Molecular Structure
- Manganese has the chemical formula Mn.
- Manganese atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Manganese has 30 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 55.
- Manganese is in Period 4 of the Periodic Table because it has 4 electron shells.
- Manganese loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Manganese forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Manganese is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Manganese is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Manganese is malleable.
- Manganese is sonorous.
- Manganese is ductile.