2022: ☢️ Electron Configuration of Copper (Cu) [Complete, Abbreviated, Uses ...

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

In the case of Copper the abbreviated electron configuration is  [Ar] 3d10 4s1. Nevertheless, check the complete configuration and other interesting facts about Copper that most people don't know.

Copper Overview

Copper Complete Electron Configuration

1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4 s1 3 d10

Abbreviated Electron Configuration

[Ar] 3d10 4s1

Sources

Pure copper occurs rarely in nature. Usually found in sulfides as in chalcopyrite (CuFeS2), coveline (CuS), chalcosine (Cu2S) or oxides like cuprite (Cu2O).

Atomic Symbol

Cu

Uses

Most often used as an electrical conductor. Also used in the manufacture of water pipes. Its alloys are used in jewelry and for coins.

Atomic Number

29

Learn more about the atomic number.

Description

Malleable, ductile, reddish-brown metal.

Atomic Mass

63,546

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Name Origin

Symbol from Latin: cuprum (island of Cyprus famed for its copper mines).

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown

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

Video

Are you having trouble understanding the basics of atomic elements? This video will walk you through:

• What is an element
• What is a substance
• What Elements look like
• How a small number of atoms can be joined and form completely different substances

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