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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Lead is a Group 4 metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 82.
About Lead
Molecular Structure
- Lead has the chemical symbol Pb.
- Lead atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Lead as 82 protons and 125 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 82 and an atomic mass of 207.
- Lead is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
Properties
- Lead is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Lead is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Lead is malleable.
- Lead is sonorous.
- Lead is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Lead is a Group 4 metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 82 protons in the nucleus.
About Lead
Molecular Structure
- Lead has the chemical formula Pb.
- Lead atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Lead has 125 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 207.
- Lead is in Period 6 of the Periodic Table because it has 6 electron shells.
- Lead loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Lead forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Lead is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Lead is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Lead is malleable.
- Lead is sonorous.
- Lead is ductile.