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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
    Copper (Cu)Gallium (Ga)
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    History

    Zinc has been known since ancient times

    Historical Timeline

    Used in brass production since ancient times (alloyed with copper)

    First recognized as a distinct metal in India around 12th century

    Formally isolated and characterized by Andreas Marggraf in 1746