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Plutonium

Symbol Pu
Atomic Mass 244

Plutonium is a transuranic radioactive chemical element with symbol Pu and atomic number 94. It is an actinide metal of silvery-gray appearance that tarnishes when exposed to air, and forms a dull coating when oxidized. The element normally exhibits six allotropes and four oxidation states.

Properties

  • Phase: Solid
  • Density: 19.816 g/cm³
  • Melting Point: 912.5 K
  • Boiling Point: 3505 K

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