Atomic Mass 251 (+ facts: Sources, Uses, Color and more...) 2022

All atoms have mass (atomic mass). But what is the chemical element that has 251,0796 as atomic mass?

The answer is Californium. There is so much cool stuff about Californium that I would keep reading if I were you.

Alright now to the facts!

Californium Overview

Atomic Mass

251,0796

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Atomic Number

98

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Description

Synthetic radioactive metal. Powerful neutron emitter.

Atomic Symbol

Cf (Californium)

Discovery

Discovered By: G.T.Seaborg, S.G.Tompson, A.Ghiorso, K.Street Jr.

Year: 1950

Location: United States

State at 20 °C

solid

Sources

Made by bombarding curium with helium ions.

Name Origin

Named after the state and University of California.

Uses

It has no significant commercial applications.

Want to learn more details and data about Californium? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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