Ruthenium

Ruthenium is a rare, precious metal often used in electrical contacts and in catalysis. It is a member of the platinum group of metals.

Atomic Structure

ruthenium atom electronic configuration

Atomic Information

Property	Value
Atomic Number	44
Symbol	Ru
Atomic Mass	101.07 u
Electron Configuration	1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 3d¹⁰ 4s² 4d⁷
State at Room Temperature	Solid

Uses of Ruthenium

Used in electrical contacts and thick-film resistors.
Used in catalysis, particularly in petroleum refining and chemical processes.
Used in jewelry and as a coating for platinum and palladium.