Zirkonio (Zr) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 40 and atomic mass 91.2240 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Zirconium
- Symbol: Zr
- Atomic number: 40
- Atomic mass: 91.224 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 4
- Period: 5
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 1855°C
- Boiling point: 4409°C
- Density: 6.52 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d² 5s²
Scientific description
Zirconium is a chemical element with symbol Zr and atomic number 40. It is a transition metal located in group 4, period 5.