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26Fe

Element 26

Iron

Transition metals

Iron is a chemical element with symbol Fe (from Latin:ferrum) and atomic number 26.

Key data

Atomic number
26
Atomic mass
55.845 u
Group / Period
8 / 4
Block
d-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
7.874 g/cm³
Melting point
1537.8 °C
Boiling point
2860.8 °C
Electron configuration
[Ar] 3d6 4s2

Common uses

  • Steel
  • Hemoglobin
  • Earth's core

Discovery

Year: Known since antiquity

Discovered by: 5000 BC

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Iron?

Iron has atomic number 26. Its symbol is Fe and its atomic mass is 55.845 u.

What category of element is Iron?

Iron is classified as transition metals. It sits in group 8, period 4 of the periodic table.

What is Iron used for?

Common uses of Iron include: Steel, Hemoglobin, Earth's core.

When was Iron discovered?

Iron has been known since antiquity.

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