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    Bi

    Bismuth

    Post Transition

    Atomic Number: 83 • Atomic Mass: 208.9800 u • Period: 6 • Group: 15

    Electron Configuration: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰ 4p⁶ 5s² 4d¹⁰ 5p⁶ 6s² 4f¹⁴ 5d¹⁰ 6p³
    Phase: Solid
    Electronegativity: 2.02
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    Overview

    Bismuth is the chemical element with the symbol Bi and atomic number 83. It belongs to the Post Transition group and is located in period 6 of the periodic table. It exists as a solid under standard conditions.

    Basic Information

    • Symbol:Bi
    • Atomic Number:83
    • Atomic Mass:208.9800 u
    • Group:15
    • Period:6
    • Category:Post Transition
    • Phase at STP:Solid
    • Electronegativity:2.02 (Pauling scale)

    Key Facts

    Fun Fact #1

    Least thermally conductive metal

    Fun Fact #2

    Forms beautiful hopper crystals

    Common Uses

    • Pharmaceuticals
    • Cosmetics
    • Fire sprinkler systems