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4Be

Element 4

Beryllium

Alkaline earth

Beryllium is a chemical element with symbol Be and atomic number 4.

Key data

Atomic number
4
Atomic mass
9.012 u
Group / Period
2 / 2
Block
s-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
1.85 g/cm³
Melting point
1286.8 °C
Boiling point
2468.8 °C
Electron configuration
[He] 2s2

Common uses

  • Aerospace components
  • X-ray windows
  • Nuclear reactors

Discovery

Year: 1798

Discovered by: Louis Nicolas Vauquelin

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Beryllium?

Beryllium has atomic number 4. Its symbol is Be and its atomic mass is 9.012 u.

What category of element is Beryllium?

Beryllium is classified as alkaline earth. It sits in group 2, period 2 of the periodic table.

What is Beryllium used for?

Common uses of Beryllium include: Aerospace components, X-ray windows, Nuclear reactors.

When was Beryllium discovered?

Beryllium was discovered in 1798 by Louis Nicolas Vauquelin.

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