Rutenio (Ru) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 44 and atomic mass 101.0700 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Ruthenium
- Symbol: Ru
- Atomic number: 44
- Atomic mass: 101.07 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 8
- Period: 5
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 2334°C
- Boiling point: 4150°C
- Density: 12.45 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d⁷ 5s¹
Scientific description
Ruthenium is a chemical element with symbol Ru and atomic number 44. It is a transition metal located in group 8, period 5.