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    Zn

    Zinc

    Transition Metal

    Atomic Number: 30 • Atomic Mass: 65.3800 u • Period: 4 • Group: 12

    Electron Configuration: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰
    Phase: Solid
    Electronegativity: 1.65
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    Overview

    Zinc is the chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. It belongs to the Transition Metal group and is located in period 4 of the periodic table. It exists as a solid under standard conditions.

    Basic Information

    • Symbol:Zn
    • Atomic Number:30
    • Atomic Mass:65.3800 u
    • Group:12
    • Period:4
    • Category:Transition Metal
    • Phase at STP:Solid
    • Electronegativity:1.65 (Pauling scale)

    Key Facts

    Fun Fact #1

    Essential mineral for human health

    Fun Fact #2

    Used in sunscreen

    Common Uses

    • Galvanization
    • Batteries
    • Alloys