Palladium (Pd) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 46 and atomic mass 106.4200 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Palladium
- Symbol: Pd
- Atomic number: 46
- Atomic mass: 106.4200 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 10
- Period: 5
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: High (around 1555°C)
- Density: High
- Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d¹⁰
Scientific description
Palladium is a chemical element with symbol Pd and atomic number 46. It belongs to the category of Transition metal and occupies group 10 and period 5. Its standard atomic mass is 106.4200 u.