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Americium. A completely man-made radioactive actinide with atomic symbol am, atomic number 95, and atomic weight 243. Its valence can range from +3 to +6.
Because of its nonmagnetic ground state, it is an excellent superconductor. It is also used in bone mineral analysis and as a radiation source for radiotherapy.
Chemical name: Americium
Atomic weight: 243
(12 Dec 1998)
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