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21
Sc
44.956

Scandium

Transition metals · Group 3 · Period 4

Atomic properties

Atomic number21
SymbolSc
Standard atomic weight44.956
ClassificationTransition metals
Group3
Period4
Blockd-block
Electron configuration[Ar] 3d1 4s2
Electronegativity (Pauling)1.36
Common oxidation states+3

Physical properties

Phase at 20 °CSolid
Density2.985 g/cm³
Melting point1541 °C
Boiling point2836 °C
Discovered1879
CAS number

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