Tungsten (W) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 74 and atomic mass 183.8400 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Tungsten
- Symbol: W
- Atomic number: 74
- Atomic mass: 183.8400 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 6
- Period: 6
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: Very high (about 3422°C)
- Density: High
- Electron configuration: [Xe] 4f¹⁴ 5d⁴ 6s²
Scientific description
Tungsten is a chemical element with symbol W and atomic number 74. It belongs to the category of Transition metals and occupies group 6 and period 6 in the periodic table. Its standard atomic mass is 183.8400 u.