Name: Aluminum

Atomic Symbol and Mass Number: Al [13]

Electron Configuration: [Ne] 3s   3p

Atomic Radii: 143 pm

Electron Affinity: 42.5 kJ mol-1

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

Electronegativity value: 1.61

Elemental Group: Boron Group

Uses and properties:

• Silvery-white, paramagnetic metal

• Excellent electrical conductor

• Has low density and high ductility

• Widely used around the world

• Products range from drinking cans to window frames, and boats to aircrafts.

• Excellent electrical conductor and widely used in overhead power lines due to being lighter and cheaper

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