Bismuth (Bi) Properties and Facts

Element 83 - Post-Transition Metal

What are the basic properties of Bismuth?

Bismuth (symbol: Bi) is a post-transition metal with atomic number 83. Its atomic mass is 208.98 u, and it belongs to period 6 and group 15.

What is the electron configuration of Bismuth?

The electron configuration is: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 3d¹⁰ 4s² 4p⁶ 4d¹⁰ 4f¹⁴ 5s² 5p⁶ 6s² 6p³

What are the physical properties of Bismuth?

Melting point: 544.7 K
Boiling point: 1837.0 K
Density: 9.78 g/cm³

What are the known isotopes of Bismuth?

  • Bi-209: 100.0% abundance

What is the biological role and occurrence of Bismuth?

Biological role: No known biological role
Natural occurrence: Found in bismuthinite and bismite

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