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69
Tm
168.93

Thulium

Lanthanides · Group 15 · Period 6–7 (f)

Atomic properties

Atomic number69
SymbolTm
Standard atomic weight168.93
ClassificationLanthanides
Groupf-block series
Period6
Blockf-block (lanthanide)
Electron configuration[Xe] 4f13 6s2
Electronegativity (Pauling)1.25
Common oxidation states+3

Physical properties

Phase at 20 °CSolid
Density9.32 g/cm³
Melting point1545 °C
Boiling point1950 °C
Discovered1879
CAS number