2022: ☢️ Electron Configuration of Barium (Ba) [Complete, Abbreviated, Uses ...

Electrons have a specific form of distribution (or configuration) in every atom, even Barium. Some are hard to memorise (or predict), so what is the electron configuration of an atom of Ba?

In the case of Barium the abbreviated electron configuration is  [Xe] 6s2. Nevertheless, check the complete configuration and other interesting facts about Barium that most people don't know.

Barium Overview

Barium Complete Electron Configuration

1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4 s2 3 d10 4 p6 5 s2 4 d10 5 p6 6 s2

Abbreviated Electron Configuration

[Xe] 6s2

Sources

Found in barytine (BaSO4) and witherite (BaCO3), never found in pure form due to its reactivity. Must be stored under kerosene to remain pure.

Atomic Symbol

Ba

Uses

Barite, or barium sulfate (BaSO4), when ground is used as a filter for rubber, plastics, and resins. It is insoluable in water and so is used in X-rays of the digestive system. Barium nitrate, Ba(NO3)2, burns brilliant green and is used in fireworks.

Atomic Number

56

Learn more about the atomic number.

Description

Soft, slightly malleable, silvery-white metal.

Atomic Mass

137,327

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Name Origin

Greek: barys (heavy or dense).

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Sir Humphrey Davy
Year: 1808
Location: England

Want to learn more details and data about Barium (Ba)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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