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Ge

Germanium

Germanium is a chemical element with the symbol Ge and atomic number 32. It has a standard atomic weight of 72.63, sits in period 4 and group 14, and is classified as a metalloid.

Properties

SymbolGe
Atomic number32
Standard atomic weight72.63
CategoryMetalloid
Group14
Period4
Electron configuration[Ar] 3d10 4s2 4p2
Outer-shell electrons4

The figure of 72.63 is a standard atomic weight.

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Group 14

Atomic weights are the IUPAC 2021 standard values, abridged to the conventional five significant figures. Group, period, category and electron configuration are derived from the atomic number rather than stored, so they cannot drift out of step with it.