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Cadmium

Cadmium (Cd) is a chemical element belonging to the category Transition metal, with atomic number 48 and atomic mass 112.4140 u. This sheet describes its fundamental properties, periodic position and physical characteristics.

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Astronomy · Chemical element

Cadmium

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Identity

  • Name: Cadmium
  • Symbol: Cd
  • Atomic number: 48
  • Atomic mass: 112.4140 u

Position in the periodic table

  • Group: 12
  • Period: 5
  • Category: Transition metal

Physico-chemical properties

  • Standard state: Solid
  • Melting point: 321.07°C
  • Boiling point: 767°C
  • Density: 8.65 g/cm³
  • Electron configuration: [Kr] 4d¹⁰ 5s²

Scientific description

Cadmium is a chemical element with symbol Cd and atomic number 48. It belongs to the category of Transition metal and occupies group 12 and period 5. Its standard atomic mass is 112.4140 u.