Yttrium (Y) is a transition metal with atomic number 39 and atomic mass 88.906 u.
Identity
- Name: Yttrium
- Symbol: Y
- Atomic number: 39
- Atomic mass: 88.906 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 3
- Period: 5
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 1526°C
- Density: 4.47 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d¹ 5s²
Scientific description
Yttrium is a transition metal located in group 3 and period 5. Its standard atomic mass is 88.906 u.