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115Mc

Element 115

Moscovium

Transition metals

Moscovium is the name of a synthetic superheavy element in the periodic table that has the symbol Mc and has the atomic number 115.

Key data

Atomic number
115
Atomic mass
289.000 u
Group / Period
15 / 7
Block
p-block
Phase at STP
Solid
Density
13.5 g/cm³
Melting point
396.9 °C
Boiling point
1126.8 °C
Electron configuration
*[Rn] 5f14 6d10 7s2 7p3

Common uses

  • Research only
  • Named after Moscow
  • Synthesized 2003

Discovery

Year: 2003

Discovered by: Joint Institute for Nuclear Research

Frequently asked questions

What is the atomic number of Moscovium?

Moscovium has atomic number 115. Its symbol is Mc and its atomic mass is 289 u.

What category of element is Moscovium?

Moscovium is classified as transition metals. It sits in group 15, period 7 of the periodic table.

What is Moscovium used for?

Common uses of Moscovium include: Research only, Named after Moscow, Synthesized 2003.

When was Moscovium discovered?

Moscovium was discovered in 2003 by Joint Institute for Nuclear Research.

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