Vanado (V) is a transition metal with atomic number 23 and atomic mass 50.942 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physico-chemical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Vanado
- Symbol: V
- Atomic number: 23
- Atomic mass: 50.942 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 5
- Period: 4
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 1910 °C
- Boiling point: 3407 °C
- Density (20 °C): 6.11 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Ar] 3d³ 4s²
Scientific description
Vanadium is a transition metal used mainly in high-strength steels and advanced energy storage technologies such as vanadium redox flow batteries (VRFB).