2022: ☢️ Electron Configuration of Tantalum (Ta) [Complete, Abbreviated, Uses ...

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

In the case of Tantalum the abbreviated electron configuration is  [Xe] 4f14 5d3 6s2. Nevertheless, check the complete configuration and other interesting facts about Tantalum that most people don't know.

Tantalum Overview

Tantalum Complete Electron Configuration

1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4 s2 3 d10 4 p6 5 s2 4 d10 5 p6 6 s2 5 d3 4 f14

Abbreviated Electron Configuration

[Xe] 4f14 5d3 6s2

Sources

Chiefly occurs in the mineral tantalite. Always found with niobium.

Atomic Symbol

Ta

Uses

Often used as an economical substitute for platinum. Tantalum pentoxide is used in capacitors and in camera lenses to increase refracting power. It and its alloys are corrosion and wear resistant so it is used to make surgical and dental tools.

Atomic Number

73

Learn more about the atomic number.

Description

Rare, gray, heavy, hard but ductile, metal with a high melting point.

Atomic Mass

180,9479

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Name Origin

From king Tantalus of Greek mythology, father of Niobe.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Anders Ekeberg
Year: 1802
Location: Sweden

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

Video

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