In the case of Lanthanum the abbreviated electron configuration is [Xe] 5d1 6s2. Nevertheless, check the complete configuration and other interesting facts about Lanthanum that most people don't know.
Lanthanum Overview
Lanthanum Complete Electron Configuration
1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4 s2 3 d10 4 p6 5 s2 4 d10 5 p6 6 s2 5 d1Abbreviated Electron Configuration
[Xe] 5d1 6s2Sources
Found with rare earths in monazite and bastnasite. Monazite sand typicall contains 25% lanthanum.Atomic Symbol
LaUses
It is used in the electodes of high-intensity, carbon-arc lights. Also used in the production of high-grade europium metal. Because it gives glass refractive properties, it is used in expensive camera lenses.Atomic Number
57Learn more about the atomic number.
Description
Soft, silvery-white, malleable, ductile metal.Atomic Mass
138,9055Learn more about the atomic mass.
Name Origin
Greek: lanthanein (to be hidden).State at 20 °C
SolidDiscovery
Discovered By: Carl MosanderYear: 1839
Location: Sweden
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