43 Tc

Transition metal

Technetium

First artificially produced element.

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Properties of Technetium

Atomic number (Z)
43
Symbol
Tc
Atomic mass
98 g/mol
Category
Transition metal
Group
7
Period
5
Electron configuration
[Kr] 4d⁵ 5s²
Electronegativity (Pauling)
1.9
Atomic radius
183 pm
First ionization energy
702 kJ/mol
Melting point
2430 K (2156.8 °C)
Boiling point
4538 K (4264.9 °C)
Density
11.5 g/cm³
Phase at 25 °C
Solid
Discovered
Discovered in 1937

Frequently asked questions

What is Technetium?

Technetium (Tc) is a transition metal, element number 43 on the periodic table. First artificially produced element.

What is the atomic number and atomic mass of Technetium?

Technetium has atomic number 43 and an atomic mass of about 98 g/mol.

What is the electron configuration of Technetium?

The electron configuration of Technetium is [Kr] 4d⁵ 5s².

Where is Technetium on the periodic table?

Technetium sits in group 7, period 5, and is classified as a transition metal.

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