Actinium is a radioactive chemical element from the periodic table. It is a silvery-white metal that is found in uranium ores. Actinium’s primary use is as a source of alpha particles for research purposes. It is also used in the production of nuclear weapons and nuclear power plants.
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| Atomic number | 89 |
| Group | IIIB |
| Period | 7 |
| Mass | 227 |
| Latin name | Actinium |
| Electron configuration | [Rn]6d7s2 |
| Oxidation state | 0, 2, 3 |