Polonium: electronic configuration and properties
Polonium has atomic number 84 and electronic configuration [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p4. Explore its periodic behaviour and open the interactive atom model.
Open Polonium in 3DKey properties of Polonium
- Symbol
- Po
- Atomic number
- 84
- Atomic mass
- 209
- Family
- metalloid
- Electronic configuration
- [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p4
- Shell distribution
- 2, 8, 18, 32, 18, 6
- Oxidation states
- -2, 2, 4, 6
- Standard state
- solid
Periodic behaviour
Atomic radius: not experimentally determined. Electronegativity: 2. First ionisation energy: 812 kJ/mol. Use these values comparatively across a period or group rather than memorising them in isolation.
NEET exam focus
For NEET, prioritise the NCERT electronic configuration, periodic position, common oxidation states, and direct trend-based comparisons involving Polonium.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the electronic configuration of Polonium?
Polonium has electronic configuration [Xe] 4f14 5d10 6s2 6p4, with shell distribution 2, 8, 18, 32, 18, 6.
What are the oxidation states of Polonium?
The listed oxidation states are -2, 2, 4, 6.
How can I view the Polonium atom in 3D?
PracticeNEET's interactive periodic table provides a rotatable schematic atom with accurate electron populations by shell.