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107Bh

Element 107

Bohrium

Transition metals

Bohrium is a chemical element with symbol Bh and atomic number 107.

Key data

Atomic number
107
Atomic mass
270.000 u
Group / Period
7 / 7
Block
d-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
37.1 g/cm³
Melting point
Boiling point
Electron configuration
*[Rn] 5f14 6d5 7s2

Common uses

  • Research only
  • Named after Niels Bohr
  • Synthesized 1981

Discovery

Year: 1981

Discovered by: Gesellschaft für Schwerionenforschung

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Bohrium?

Bohrium has atomic number 107. Its symbol is Bh and its atomic mass is 270 u.

What category of element is Bohrium?

Bohrium is classified as transition metals. It sits in group 7, period 7 of the periodic table.

What is Bohrium used for?

Common uses of Bohrium include: Research only, Named after Niels Bohr, Synthesized 1981.

When was Bohrium discovered?

Bohrium was discovered in 1981 by Gesellschaft für Schwerionenforschung.

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