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The chemical symbol for Copper.
Copper is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 29.
About Copper
Molecular Structure
- Copper has the chemical symbol Cu.
- Copper atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Copper as 29 protons and 35 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 29 and an atomic mass of 64.
- Copper is in Period 4 of the Periodic Table because it has 4 electron shells.
Properties
- Copper is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Copper is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Copper is malleable.
- Copper is sonorous.
- Copper is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Copper is a transition metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 29 protons in the nucleus.
About Copper
Molecular Structure
- Copper has the chemical formula Cu.
- Copper atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Copper has 35 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 64.
- Copper is in Period 4 of the Periodic Table because it has 4 electron shells.
- Copper loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Copper forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Copper is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Copper is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Copper is malleable.
- Copper is sonorous.
- Copper is ductile.