Atomic Number of Actinium (+ facts: Uses, Color and more...) 2022

Every atom has an atomic number, even Actinium. But what is an "Atomic Number"?

The atomic number of a chemical element is the number of protons found in the nucleus of the atom of that element.

Ok so I'll take you through some interesting facts and data about Actinium (That most people don't know).

Actinium Overview

Atomic Number

89

Learn more about the atomic number.

Atomic Symbol

Ac (Actinium)

Description

Heavy, silvery-white, very radioactive metal

State at 20 °C

solid

Sources

Extremely rare, found in all uranium ores. Usually obtained by treating radium with neutrons in a reactor.

Uses

It has no significant commercial applications.

Discovery

Discovered By: André Debierne

Year: 1899

Location: France

Name Origin

Greek: akis, aktinos (ray).

Atomic Mass

227,0278

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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