Tantalum
Tantalum (Ta) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 73 and atomic mass 180.9500 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Tantalum
- Symbol: Ta
- Atomic number: 73
- Atomic mass: 180.9500 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 5
- Period: 6
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: Very high (~3017°C)
- Density: High
- Electron configuration: [Xe] 4f¹⁴ 5d³ 6s²
Scientific description
Tantalum is a chemical element with symbol Ta and atomic number 73. It is a transition metal located in group 5 and period 6 of the periodic table. Its standard atomic mass is 180.9500 u.
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