Periodic table / Manganese

Overview

Manganese is a chemical element with symbol Mn and atomic number 25. It is not found as a free element in nature; it is often found in combination with iron, and in many minerals. Manganese is a metal with important industrial metal alloy uses, particularly in stainless steels.

Electron configuration

The electron configuration of Manganese is [Ar] 3d5 4s2, with electron shells of 2, 8, 13, 2.

Physical and chemical properties

Manganese is classified as a transition metal. It has an atomic mass of 54.938 and exists as a solid at standard conditions, appearing as silvery metallic.

Real-world uses of Manganese

As a transition metal, Manganese is typically used in alloys, industrial manufacturing, electronics, or as a catalyst in chemical reactions.

Interesting facts about Manganese

• Manganese has the atomic number 25 and chemical symbol Mn.
• It belongs to period 4, group 7 of the periodic table.
• Manganese was discovered by Torbern Olof Bergman.

Explore Manganese interactively

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