| Formula / Notation | Sc |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7440-20-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 44.96 |
| Melting Point | 1541.0 |
| Boiling Point | 2836.0 |
| Density | 2.99 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Appearance | Silvery-white metal with slightly yellowish tint |
| Also Known As | Sc, scandium metal |
| Category | Elements |
What is Scandium?
Scandium is a silvery-white transition metal, atomic number 21. Rare in nature despite being the 23rd most abundant element. First member of the transition metals (Period 4, Group 3). Used primarily in aluminium-scandium alloys for aerospace.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: Scandium
Other Names / Synonyms: Sc, scandium metal
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 1541.0 |
| Boiling Point | 2836.0 |
| Density | 2.99 |
| Molecular Weight | 44.96 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Appearance | Silvery-white metal with slightly yellowish tint |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Scandium is a silvery-white transition metal, atomic number 21. Rare in nature despite being the 23rd most abundant element. First member of the transition metals (Period 4, Group 3). Used primarily in aluminium-scandium alloys for aerospace.
Aluminium-scandium alloys (aerospace, bicycles, baseball bats - improves strength). Metal halide lamps (stadium lighting). Radioactive Sc-46 used as oil well tracer. Research in nuclear industry.
Scandium metal and compounds: low acute toxicity. Fine powder: combustible. Scandium chloride: irritant. Limited industrial use limits exposure. Handle with standard precautions for metal dusts.
The formula or notation for Scandium is: Sc