Scandium (Sc) Properties and Facts

Element 21 - Transition Metal

What are the basic properties of Scandium?

Scandium (symbol: Sc) is a transition metal with atomic number 21. Its atomic mass is 44.956 u, and it belongs to period 4 and group 3.

What is the electron configuration of Scandium?

The electron configuration is: 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 3d¹ 4s²

What are the physical properties of Scandium?

Melting point: 1814.0 K
Boiling point: 3109.0 K
Density: 2.989 g/cm³

What are the known isotopes of Scandium?

  • Sc-45: 100.0% abundance

What is the biological role and occurrence of Scandium?

Biological role: No known biological role
Natural occurrence: Found in rare earth minerals

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