Mendelevium
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Key Stage 2
Meaning
Mendelevium is a metal.
Key Stage 3
Meaning
Mendelevium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 101.
About Mendelevium
Molecular Structure
- Mendelevium has the chemical symbol Md.
- Mendelevium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Mendelevium as 101 protons and 157 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 101 and an atomic mass of 258.
- Mendelevium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
Properties
- Mendelevium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Mendelevium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Mendelevium is malleable.
- Mendelevium is sonorous.
- Mendelevium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Mendelevium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 101 protons in the nucleus.
About Mendelevium
Molecular Structure
- Mendelevium has the chemical formula Md.
- Mendelevium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Mendelevium has 157 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 258.
- Mendelevium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
- Mendelevium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Mendelevium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Mendelevium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Mendelevium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Mendelevium is malleable.
- Mendelevium is sonorous.
- Mendelevium is ductile.