Zinc (Zn) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 30 and atomic mass 65.38 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.
Identity
- Name: Zinc
- Symbol: Zn
- Atomic number: 30
- Atomic mass: 65.38 u
Position in the periodic table
- Group: 12
- Period: 4
- Category: Transition metal
Physico-chemical properties
- Standard state: Solid
- Melting point: 419.5°C
- Density: 7.14 g/cm³
- Electron configuration: [Ar] 3d¹⁰ 4s²
Scientific description
Zinc is a chemical element with symbol Zn and atomic number 30. It belongs to the category of Transition metal and occupies group 12 and period 4. Its standard atomic mass is 65.38 u.