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In Chemistry / High School | 2014-10-14

Is the element Americium a metal, metalloid, or nonmetal?

Asked by mialayne

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Americium is a metal.

Answered by naǫ | 2024-06-10

the answer to your question is metalloid as you can see in the periodic table it is not a metal, non metal or semimental and by researching i found its an metalloid

Answered by smalik506 | 2024-06-10

Americium is classified as a metal, specifically an inner transition metal with the atomic number 95. It exhibits metallic properties such as luster and good conductivity. Discovered in 1944, Americium is primarily used in smoke detectors and other applications requiring ionizing radiation.
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Answered by naǫ | 2024-10-01