NEET Chemistry
Zirconium: electronic configuration and properties
Zirconium has atomic number 40 and electronic configuration [Kr] 4d2 5s2. Explore its periodic behaviour and open the interactive atom model.
Open Zirconium in 3DKey properties of Zirconium
- Symbol
- Zr
- Atomic number
- 40
- Atomic mass
- 91.224(2)
- Family
- transition metal
- Electronic configuration
- [Kr] 4d2 5s2
- Shell distribution
- 2, 8, 18, 10, 2
- Oxidation states
- 1, 2, 3, 4
- Standard state
- solid
Periodic behaviour
Atomic radius: 148 pm. Electronegativity: 1.33. First ionisation energy: 640 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 Zirconium.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the electronic configuration of Zirconium?
Zirconium has electronic configuration [Kr] 4d2 5s2, with shell distribution 2, 8, 18, 10, 2.
What are the oxidation states of Zirconium?
The listed oxidation states are 1, 2, 3, 4.
How can I view the Zirconium atom in 3D?
PracticeNEET's interactive periodic table provides a rotatable schematic atom with accurate electron populations by shell.