Electron Configuration: 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2
Name |
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Symbol |
MG |
Atomic # |
24,305 |
Atomic Mass |
12 |
# of Protons |
12 |
# of Neutros |
12 |
# of Electrons |
12 |
Melting Point |
1,202 Degrees Celsius |
Boiling Point |
1,996 Degree Celsius |
Normal Phase |
Solid |
Family |
Alkaline and Earth Metals |
Period |
3 |
Group |
2 |
Origin Of Name |
The name is derived from Magnesia, a district of Eastern Thessaly in Greece. |
Date and Place of Discovery |
Discovered by Joseph Black and Hum pry in 1755 |
Interesting Facts |
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Common Uses |
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