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Berkelium

Also known as Bk, berkelium atom, berkelio

CAS 7440-40-6Formula BkMolar mass 247.00 g/mol
Element with atomic number and standard atomic weight

Key facts

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CAS number
7440-40-6
Formula
Bk
Molar mass
247.00 g/mol
Category
Metals, alloys and elements

What is Berkelium?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Berkelium atom is an actinoid atom and a f-block element atom.

Berkelium is a chemical element with symbol Bk and atomic number 97.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
berkelium
CAS number
7440-40-6 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
Bk
UNII
2YQA718KUU
InChIKey
PWVKJRSRVJTHTR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/Bk
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
[Bk]

Synonyms

  • Bk
  • berkelium atom
  • berkelio
  • Atomic Berkelium
  • Element-Bk
  • Element:Bk
  • Berkelium element
  • Element Berkelium
  • Element:Berkelium
  • Bk (element)
  • Berkelium (atomic)
  • Berkelium (element)
  • 97Bk

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
247.00 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
247.0703 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
1calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Berkelium, based on the data on this page

What is Berkelium?

Berkelium atom is an actinoid atom and a f-block element atom.

What is the CAS number of Berkelium?

The CAS registry number of Berkelium is 7440-40-6.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Berkelium?

The molecular formula of Berkelium is Bk and its molar mass is 247.00 g/mol.

Is Berkelium hazardous?

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