83Bi

Bismuth

Post-transition metal

Properties of Bismuth

Atomic number (Z)
83
Symbol
Bi
Name
Bismuth
Atomic mass
208.98 u
Period
6
Group
15
Family
Nitrogen group
Classification
Post-transition metal
Electron configuration
[Xe] 4f¹⁴ 5d¹⁰ 6s² 6p³

About Bismuth

Bismuth is a chemical element with symbol Bi and atomic number 83 (atomic mass of about 208.98 u). It is classified as a post-transition metal on the periodic table.

On the periodic table, Bismuth is located in period 6, in group 15, belonging to the nitrogen group family. An element's position reveals trends in its properties, such as atomic radius, electronegativity and metallic character.

The electron configuration of Bismuth is [Xe] 4f¹⁴ 5d¹⁰ 6s² 6p³, which determines how it forms chemical bonds and takes part in reactions.

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