Niobium
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Meaning
Niobium is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 41.
About Niobium
Molecular Structure
- Niobium has the chemical symbol Nb.
- Niobium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Niobium as 41 protons and 52 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 41 and an atomic mass of 93.
- Niobium is in Period 5 of the Periodic Table because it has 5 electron shells.
Properties
- Niobium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Niobium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Niobium is malleable.
- Niobium is sonorous.
- Niobium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Niobium is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 41 protons in the nucleus.
About Niobium
Molecular Structure
- Niobium has the chemical formula Nb.
- Niobium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Niobium has 52 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 93.
- Niobium is in Period 5 of the Periodic Table because it has 5 electron shells.
- Niobium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Niobium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Niobium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Niobium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Niobium is malleable.
- Niobium is sonorous.
- Niobium is ductile.