Name:  Nickel

Atomic Symbol and Mass Number: Ni [28]

Electron Configuration: [Ar] 3d   4s

Atomic Radii: 163 pm

Electron Affinity: 112 kJ mol-1

Oxidation states: 0, +1, +2, +3

Electronegativity value: 1.91

Elemental Group: Transition Metal

Uses and properties:

• Hard, silvery-white metal

• Malleable and ductile

• Ferromagnetic

• Fair conductor of heat and electricity

• The metal is chemically active and results to formation of compounds

• Used in corrosion-resistant alloys like stainless steel

• Copper-nickel alloy used in desalination plant tubings

• Component of coins

• Burglar-proof vaults and armor plates

• Batteries and magnets

 

Lewis diagram: