Sodium (Na) Properties and Facts

Element 11 - Alkali Metal

What are the basic properties of Sodium?

Sodium (symbol: Na) is a alkali metal with atomic number 11. Its atomic mass is 22.99 u, and it belongs to period 3 and group 1.

What is the electron configuration of Sodium?

The electron configuration is: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s¹

What are the physical properties of Sodium?

Melting point: 370.87 K
Boiling point: 1156.0 K
Density: 0.971 g/cm³

What are the known isotopes of Sodium?

  • Na-23: 100.0% abundance

What is the biological role and occurrence of Sodium?

Biological role: Essential for nerve impulse transmission and cell signaling
Natural occurrence: Found in salt deposits and seawater

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