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105Db

Element 105

Dubnium

Transition metals

Dubnium is a chemical element with symbol Db and atomic number 105.

Key data

Atomic number
105
Atomic mass
268.000 u
Group / Period
5 / 7
Block
d-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
29.3 g/cm³
Melting point
Boiling point
Electron configuration
*[Rn] 5f14 6d3 7s2

Common uses

  • Research only
  • Named after Dubna
  • Few atoms ever made

Discovery

Year: 1967

Discovered by: Joint Institute for Nuclear Research

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Dubnium?

Dubnium has atomic number 105. Its symbol is Db and its atomic mass is 268 u.

What category of element is Dubnium?

Dubnium is classified as transition metals. It sits in group 5, period 7 of the periodic table.

What is Dubnium used for?

Common uses of Dubnium include: Research only, Named after Dubna, Few atoms ever made.

When was Dubnium discovered?

Dubnium was discovered in 1967 by Joint Institute for Nuclear Research.

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