2022: ☢️ Electron Configuration of Nickel (Ni) [Complete, Abbreviated, Uses ...

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

In the case of Nickel the abbreviated electron configuration is  [Ar] 3d8 4s2. Nevertheless, check the complete configuration and other interesting facts about Nickel that most people don't know.

Nickel Overview

Nickel Complete Electron Configuration

1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4 s2 3 d8

Abbreviated Electron Configuration

[Ar] 3d8 4s2

Sources

Chiefly found in pentlandite [(Ni,Fe)9S8] ore. The metal is produced by heating the ore in a blast furnace which replaces the sulfur with oxygen. The oxides are then treated with an acid that reacts with the iron not the nickel.

Atomic Symbol

Ni

Uses

Used in electroplating and metal alloys because of its resistance to corrosion. Also in nickel-cadmium batteries; as a catalyst and for coins.

Atomic Number

28

Learn more about the atomic number.

Description

Hard, malleable, silvery-white metal. Found in the earth's crust in portions averaging 70 ppm. It can be polished to a lustrous finish. Virtually no corrosion under normal conditions.

Atomic Mass

58,6934

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Name Origin

German: kupfernickel (false copper).

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Axel Cronstedt
Year: 1751
Location: Sweden

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

Video

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