Ytterbium
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Meaning
Ytterbium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 70.
About Ytterbium
Molecular Structure
- Ytterbium has the chemical symbol Yb.
- Ytterbium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Ytterbium as 70 protons and 103 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 70 and an atomic mass of 173.
- Ytterbium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
Properties
- Ytterbium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Ytterbium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Ytterbium is malleable.
- Ytterbium is sonorous.
- Ytterbium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Ytterbium is a Lanthanide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 70 protons in the nucleus.
About Ytterbium
Molecular Structure
- Ytterbium has the chemical formula Yb.
- Ytterbium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Ytterbium has 103 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 173.
- Ytterbium is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
- Ytterbium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Ytterbium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Ytterbium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Ytterbium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Ytterbium is malleable.
- Ytterbium is sonorous.
- Ytterbium is ductile.