actinium
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Noun — A radioactive metallic chemical element with the symbol Ac and atomic number 89.
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atomic number 89
a radioactive element
found in uranium ores
the symbol Ac
It is a scientific term, used mainly in chemistry and physics.
Etymology
English borrowed it from French actinium, which is built from actin- plus the ending -ium.
Full origin of actinium →Frequently asked questions
What is actinium?
Actinium is a radioactive metallic chemical element with the symbol Ac and atomic number 89.
Where is actinium found?
It is found in uranium ores.
How do you pronounce actinium?
It is usually said ak-TIN-ee-um, with the stress on the second syllable.
