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Rutenio

Rutenio (Ru) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 44 and atomic mass 101.0700 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.

Identity

  • Name: Ruthenium
  • Symbol: Ru
  • Atomic number: 44
  • Atomic mass: 101.07 u

Position in the periodic table

  • Group: 8
  • Period: 5
  • Category: Transition metal

Physico-chemical properties

  • Standard state: Solid
  • Melting point: 2334°C
  • Boiling point: 4150°C
  • Density: 12.45 g/cm³
  • Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d⁷ 5s¹

Scientific description

Ruthenium is a chemical element with symbol Ru and atomic number 44. It is a transition metal located in group 8, period 5.


KODO: K8