37 Rb Rubidium 85.468 u

Rubidium

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Period
5
Group
1
Block
s-block
Phase (STP)
Solid

Rubidium is a soft, silvery-white alkali metal that ignites spontaneously in air. It is used in atomic clocks and specialty glass.

Physical Properties

Atomic Mass 85.468 u
Phase at STP Solid

Electronic Properties

Electronegativity 0.82

Electron Configuration

Configuration [Kr] 5s¹

Electron Shell Configuration

Rubidium electron shell configuration Rb 2e⁻ 8e⁻ 18e⁻ 8e⁻ 1e⁻

Position in Periodic Table

Rubidium position in the periodic table Rb

Periodic Table

Lanthanides Actinides

More Alkali Metal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rubidium?
Rubidium (Rb) is a chemical element with atomic number 37. It is a solid at standard temperature and pressure, classified as a alkali metal.
What are the key properties of Rubidium?
Rubidium has an atomic mass of 85.468 u.
What is the electron configuration of Rubidium?
The electron configuration of Rubidium is [Kr] 5s1. It is in the s-block of the periodic table.
What is the electronegativity of Rubidium?
Rubidium has an electronegativity of 0.82 on the Pauling scale.