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Uranium

Atomic Z: 92 · Mass A: 238

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U

Uranium

Z = 92

Mass A = 238 u · Actinide

Protons (p⁺)
92
Neutrons (n⁰)
146
Electrons (e⁻)
92
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Scientific Summary

Heavy radioactive actinide metal capable of sustaining nuclear fission chain reactions.

Did You Know?

A single pellet of Uranium oxide contains the energy equivalent of 1 ton of coal!

Practical Applications

Nuclear Power Plants
Medical Isotope Production
Armor Penetrating Ordnance
Glass Coloring
Discovered By: Martin Heinrich KlaprothYear: 1789