Fero (Fe) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 26 and atomic mass 55.8450 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Fero
- Symbol: Fe
- Atomic number: 26
- Atomic mass: 55.8450 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 8
- Period: 4
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 1538°C
- Boiling point: 2861°C
- Density: about 7.87 g/cm³ (high)
- Electron configuration: [Ar] 3d⁶ 4s²
Scientific description
Fero is a chemical element with symbol Fe and atomic number 26. It belongs to the category of Transition metal and occupies group 8 and period 4. Its standard atomic mass is 55.8450 u.