2022: ☢️ Electron Configuration of Zirconium (Zr) [Complete, Abbreviated, Uses ...

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

In the case of Zirconium the abbreviated electron configuration is  [Kr] 4d2 5s2. Nevertheless, check the complete configuration and other interesting facts about Zirconium that most people don't know.

Zirconium Overview

Zirconium Complete Electron Configuration

1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p6 4 s2 3 d10 4 p6 5 s2 4 d2

Abbreviated Electron Configuration

[Kr] 4d2 5s2

Sources

Found in many minerals such as zircon and baddeleyite.

Atomic Symbol

Zr

Uses

Used in alloys such as zircaloy which is used in nuclear applications since it does not readily absorb neutrons. Also baddeleyite is used in lab crucibles. Used in high-performance pumps and valves. Clear zircon (ZrSiO4) is a popular gemstone.

Atomic Number

40

Learn more about the atomic number.

Description

Gray-white, lustrous, corrosion-resistant metal.

Atomic Mass

91,224

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Name Origin

From the mineral, zircon.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Discovery

Discovered By: Martin Klaproth
Year: 1789
Location: Germany

Want to learn more details and data about Zirconium (Zr)? 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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