Tantalum
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Meaning
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Meaning
Tantalum is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 73.
About Tantalum
Molecular Structure
- Tantalum has the chemical symbol Ta.
- Tantalum atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Tantalum as 73 protons and 108 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 73 and an atomic mass of 181.
- Tantalum is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
Properties
- Tantalum is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Tantalum is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Tantalum is malleable.
- Tantalum is sonorous.
- Tantalum is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Tantalum is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 73 protons in the nucleus.
About Tantalum
Molecular Structure
- Tantalum has the chemical formula Ta.
- Tantalum atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Tantalum has 108 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 181.
- Tantalum is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
- Tantalum loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Tantalum forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Tantalum is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Tantalum is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Tantalum is malleable.
- Tantalum is sonorous.
- Tantalum is ductile.