Moscovium (Mc) is a synthetic superheavy element of the p-block, group 15, period 7, with atomic number 115 and an estimated atomic mass [289] u. This sheet describes its basic properties, periodic position and theoretical physico-chemical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Moscovium
- Symbol: Mc
- Atomic number: 115
- Estimated atomic mass: [289] u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 15
- Period: 7
- Block: p-block
Physical and chemical properties (theoretical)
- Standard state: Presumed solid
- Melting point (est.): ~400°C
- Boiling point (est.): ~1100°C
- Density (est.): ~13.5 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Rn] 5f¹⁴ 6d¹⁰ 7s² 7p³
Scientific description
Moscovium is a synthetic superheavy element with symbol Mc and atomic number 115. Due to its very short half-life, all macroscopic physical and chemical properties remain theoretical.