Krypton (Kr) Properties and Facts

Element 36 - Noble Gas

What are the basic properties of Krypton?

Krypton (symbol: Kr) is a noble gas with atomic number 36. Its atomic mass is 83.798 u, and it belongs to period 4 and group 18.

What is the electron configuration of Krypton?

The electron configuration is: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 3d¹⁰ 4s² 4p⁶

What are the physical properties of Krypton?

Melting point: 115.79 K
Boiling point: 119.93 K
Density: 0.003733 g/cm³

What are the known isotopes of Krypton?

  • Kr-78: 0.35% abundance
  • Kr-80: 2.28% abundance
  • Kr-82: 11.58% abundance
  • Kr-83: 11.49% abundance
  • Kr-84: 57.0% abundance
  • Kr-86: 17.3% abundance

What is the biological role and occurrence of Krypton?

Biological role: Not known
Natural occurrence: Trace gas in Earth's atmosphere

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