112Cn
Element 112
Copernicium
Transition metals
Copernicium is a chemical element with symbol Cn and atomic number 112.
Key data
- Atomic number
- 112
- Atomic mass
- 285.000 u
- Group / Period
- 12 / 7
- Block
- d-block
- Phase at STP
- Liquid
- Density
- 14 g/cm³
- Melting point
- —
- Boiling point
- 3296.8 °C
- Electron configuration
- *[Rn] 5f14 6d10 7s2
Common uses
- •Research only
- •Named after Copernicus
- •Synthesized 1996
Discovery
Year: 1996
Discovered by: Gesellschaft für Schwerionenforschung
Frequently asked questions
What is the atomic number of Copernicium?
Copernicium has atomic number 112. Its symbol is Cn and its atomic mass is 285 u.
What category of element is Copernicium?
Copernicium is classified as transition metals. It sits in group 12, period 7 of the periodic table.
What is Copernicium used for?
Common uses of Copernicium include: Research only, Named after Copernicus, Synthesized 1996.
When was Copernicium discovered?
Copernicium was discovered in 1996 by Gesellschaft für Schwerionenforschung.
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