91 Pa

Actinide

Protactinium

Rare radioactive metal.

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Properties of Protactinium

Atomic number (Z)
91
Symbol
Pa
Atomic mass
231.04 g/mol
Category
Actinide
Group
3
Period
7
Electron configuration
[Rn] 5f² 6d¹ 7s²
Electronegativity (Pauling)
1.5
Atomic radius
180 pm
First ionization energy
568 kJ/mol
Melting point
1841 K (1567.8 °C)
Boiling point
4300 K (4026.8 °C)
Density
15.37 g/cm³
Phase at 25 °C
Solid
Discovered
Discovered in 1913

Frequently asked questions

What is Protactinium?

Protactinium (Pa) is an actinide, element number 91 on the periodic table. Rare radioactive metal.

What is the atomic number and atomic mass of Protactinium?

Protactinium has atomic number 91 and an atomic mass of about 231.04 g/mol.

What is the electron configuration of Protactinium?

The electron configuration of Protactinium is [Rn] 5f² 6d¹ 7s².

Where is Protactinium on the periodic table?

Protactinium sits in group 3, period 7, and is classified as a actinide.

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