73 Ta Tantalum 180.95 u

Tantalum

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Period
6
Group
5
Block
d-block
Phase (STP)
Solid

Tantalum is a hard, corrosion-resistant metal used in electronic capacitors and surgical implants. It is highly biocompatible.

Physical Properties

Atomic Mass 180.95 u
Phase at STP Solid

Electronic Properties

Electronegativity 1.5

Electron Configuration

Configuration [Xe] 4f¹⁴ 5d³ 6s²

Electron Shell Configuration

Tantalum electron shell configuration Ta 2e⁻ 8e⁻ 18e⁻ 32e⁻ 11e⁻ 2e⁻

Position in Periodic Table

Tantalum position in the periodic table Ta

Periodic Table

Lanthanides Actinides

Compounds Containing Tantalum

More Transition Metal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tantalum?
Tantalum (Ta) is a chemical element with atomic number 73. It is a solid at standard temperature and pressure, classified as a transition metal.
What are the key properties of Tantalum?
Tantalum has an atomic mass of 180.95 u.
What is the electron configuration of Tantalum?
The electron configuration of Tantalum is [Xe] 4f14 5d3 6s2. It is in the d-block of the periodic table.
What is the electronegativity of Tantalum?
Tantalum has an electronegativity of 1.5 on the Pauling scale.