The Most Useful Actinide Isotope: Americium-241.

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Title: The Most Useful Actinide Isotope: Americium-241.
Language: English
Authors: Navratil, James D.
Source: Journal of Chemical Education. Jan 1990 67(1):15-16.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 2
Publication Date: 1990
Intended Audience: Teachers; Researchers; Practitioners
Document Type: Journal Articles
Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Chemistry, College Science, Hazardous Materials, Higher Education, Industry, Laboratory Procedures, Radiation, Science Education, Science History, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science
Abstract: Reviewed is the discovery, nuclear and chemical properties, and uses of an isotope of Americium (Am-241). Production and separation techniques used in industry are emphasized. Processes are illustrated in flow sheets. (CW)
Journal Code: CIJSEP1990
Entry Date: 1990
Accession Number: EJ407630
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:Reviewed is the discovery, nuclear and chemical properties, and uses of an isotope of Americium (Am-241). Production and separation techniques used in industry are emphasized. Processes are illustrated in flow sheets. (CW)