Berkelium
Berkelium (Bk) is a chemical element of the actinide series (inner transition metal), with atomic number 97 and atomic mass 247.0000 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Berkelium
- Symbol: Bk
- Atomic number: 97
- Atomic mass: 247.0000 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 3
- Period: 7
- Category: Actinide (Inner transition metal)
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: About 986°C
- Density: About 14.78 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Rn] 5f⁹ 7s²
Scientific description
Berkelium is a chemical element with symbol Bk and atomic number 97. It belongs to the actinide series, classified as an inner transition metal, and occupies group 3 and period 7. Its standard atomic mass is 247.0000 u.
KODO: Q7