Tellurium (Te) is a chemical element belonging to the category Metalloid, with atomic number 52 and standard atomic mass 127.60 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Tellurium
- Symbol: Te
- Atomic number: 52
- Atomic mass: 127.6000 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 16
- Period: 5
- Category: Metalloid
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: Intermediate (200°C to 1400°C)
- Density: Medium
- Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d¹⁰ 5s² 5p⁴
Scientific description
Tellurium is a chemical element with symbol Te and atomic number 52. It belongs to the category of metalloids and occupies group 16 and period 5. Its standard atomic mass is 127.6000 u.