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  • Berkelium (Bk): Physical Properties, Density, Melting & Boiling Points
    Berkelium is a transuranic element with the symbol Bk and atomic number 97. Here are some of its physical properties:

    Appearance:

    * Silvery-white, metallic solid.

    Physical State:

    * Solid at room temperature.

    Density:

    * 14.78 g/cm³

    Melting Point:

    * 1050 °C (1923 °F)

    Boiling Point:

    * 2607 °C (4725 °F)

    Crystal Structure:

    * Double hexagonal close-packed (dhcp)

    Magnetic Properties:

    * Paramagnetic

    Other Properties:

    * Radioactive: All isotopes of berkelium are radioactive.

    * Reactive: Berkelium is a highly reactive metal.

    * Ductile and Malleable: Berkelium is ductile and malleable, meaning it can be drawn into wires and hammered into thin sheets.

    Important Note: Due to its radioactivity and scarcity, berkelium is primarily studied in research settings and has limited practical applications.

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