Berkelium
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Meaning
Berkelium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 97.
About Berkelium
Molecular Structure
- Berkelium has the chemical symbol Bk.
- Berkelium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Berkelium as 97 protons and 150 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 97 and an atomic mass of 247.
- Berkelium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
Properties
- Berkelium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Berkelium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Berkelium is malleable.
- Berkelium is sonorous.
- Berkelium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Berkelium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 97 protons in the nucleus.
About Iodine
Molecular Structure
- Berkelium has the chemical formula Bk.
- Berkelium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Berkelium has 150 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 247.
- Berkelium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
- Berkelium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Berkelium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Berkelium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Berkelium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Berkelium is malleable.
- Berkelium is sonorous.
- Berkelium is ductile.