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Magnesium

Published on Nov 24, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

MAGNESIUM

LUIS PUENTE PERIOD 1/2
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

  • Melting point is at 650 celcius
  • Boiling point is 1107 celsius
  • Silvery white color
  • Metal
  • Solid at room temperature
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ELECTRON CONFIGURATION

1S2 2S2P6 3S2

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  • Atomic mass 24.305 u
  • Atomic number 12
  • Protons/electrons 12
  • Neutrons 12
  • Atomic symbol Mg
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USED FOR...

  • Airplanes
  • Light bulbs
  • Racing bikes
  • Missiles
  • Medication
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FOUNDED BY...

SIR HUMPHREY DAVY IN 1808 NAMED AFTER THE CITY MAGNESIA
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GROUP 2 PERIOD 3

  • 3 energy levels
  • 1st and 2nd energy levels filled
  • 3rd energy level has 2 valence electrons
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MOSTLY FOUND IN THE SEA AS MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE

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