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77
Ir
192.22

Iridium

Transition metals · Group 9 · Period 6

Atomic properties

Atomic number77
SymbolIr
Standard atomic weight192.22
ClassificationTransition metals
Group9
Period6
Blockd-block
Electron configuration[Xe] 4f14 5d7 6s2
Electronegativity (Pauling)2.20
Common oxidation states+4, +3

Physical properties

Phase at 20 °CSolid
Density22.56 g/cm³
Melting point2466 °C
Boiling point4428 °C
Discovered1803
CAS number