30 Zn Zinc 65.38 u

Zinc

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Period
4
Group
12
Block
d-block
Phase (STP)
Solid

Zinc is an essential trace element for all living organisms. It is widely used in galvanizing steel and in zinc-carbon batteries.

Appearance: Silver-gray

Physical Properties

Atomic Mass 65.38 u
Density 7.134 g/cm³
Melting Point 419.5 °C
Boiling Point 906.9 °C
Phase at STP Solid
Atomic Radius 142.0 pm

Electronic Properties

Electronegativity 1.65
Ionization Energy 906.4 eV
Valence Electrons 12

Electron Configuration

Configuration [Ar] 3d¹⁰ 4s²

Electron Shell Configuration

Zinc electron shell configuration Zn 2e⁻ 8e⁻ 18e⁻ 2e⁻

Position in Periodic Table

Zinc position in the periodic table Zn

Discovery

Discovered by: Andreas Marggraf
Year: 1746

Compounds Containing Zinc

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zinc?
Zinc (Zn) is a chemical element with atomic number 30. It is a solid at standard temperature and pressure, classified as a transition metal.
What are the key properties of Zinc?
Zinc has an atomic mass of 65.38 u, density of 7.134 g/cm³, melting point of 419.5°C, boiling point of 906.9°C.
What is the electron configuration of Zinc?
The electron configuration of Zinc is [Ar] 3d10 4s2. It is in the d-block of the periodic table.
Who discovered Zinc?
Zinc was discovered by Andreas Marggraf in 1746.
What is the electronegativity of Zinc?
Zinc has an electronegativity of 1.65 on the Pauling scale.