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[[Uranium]] is a [[Actinide]] [[metal]] [[element]], on the [[Periodic Table]], with an [[Atomic Number|atomic number]] of 92. | [[Uranium]] is a [[Actinide]] [[metal]] [[element]], on the [[Periodic Table]], with an [[Atomic Number|atomic number]] of 92. | ||
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Meaning
Uranium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with an atomic number of 92.
About Uranium
Molecular Structure
- Uranium has the chemical symbol U.
- Uranium atoms join together in large numbers to form a giant metal molecule.
Atomic Structure
- Uranium as 92 protons and 146 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an Atomic Number of 92 and an atomic mass of 238.
- Uranium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
Properties
- Uranium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Uranium is a shiny solid at room temperature.
- Uranium is malleable.
- Uranium is sonorous.
- Uranium is ductile.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Uranium is a Actinide metal element, on the Periodic Table, with 92 protons in the nucleus.
About Uranium
Molecular Structure
- Uranium has the chemical formula U.
- Uranium atoms join together in a giant metallic structure.
Atomic Structure
- The most stable isotope of Uranium has 146 neutrons in its nucleus giving it an atomic mass of 238.
- Uranium is in Period 7 of the Periodic Table because it has 7 electron shells.
- Uranium loses electrons to form positive metal ions.
Properties
- Uranium forms ionic bonds with non-metals.
- Uranium is a metal element so it is a good thermal conductor and a good electrical conductor.
- Uranium is a shiny solid at standard temperature and pressure and has a high melting point.
- Uranium is malleable.
- Uranium is sonorous.
- Uranium is ductile.