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

Every atom has an atomic number, even Francium. 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 Francium (That most people don't know).

Francium Overview

Atomic Number

87

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Atomic Symbol

Fr (Francium)

Description

Highly rare and unstable, radioactive metal.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Sources

Formed by decay of actinium. Chemical properties similar to cesium. Decays to radium or astatine.

Uses

Since its isotopes have such short half-lives there are no commercially significant compounds of francium.

Discovery

Discovered By: Marguerite Derey

Year: 1939

Location: France

Name Origin

Named for France, the nation of its discovery.

Atomic Mass

223,0197

Learn more about the atomic mass.

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

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