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56
Ba
137.33

Barium

Alkaline earth metals · Group 2 · Period 6

Atomic properties

Atomic number56
SymbolBa
Standard atomic weight137.33
ClassificationAlkaline earth metals
Group2
Period6
Blocks-block
Electron configuration[Xe] 6s2
Electronegativity (Pauling)0.89
Common oxidation states+2

Physical properties

Phase at 20 °CSolid
Density3.51 g/cm³
Melting point727 °C
Boiling point1845 °C
Discovered1808
CAS number

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