4.6 - The Actinoids
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What is an actinoid?
💡 Hint: Think about the group in the periodic table with variable oxidation states.
Which actinoid exhibits a +4 oxidation state?
💡 Hint: It's the first element in the actinoid series.
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What is the primary oxidation state of actinoids?
💡 Hint: Think of how many electrons are typically lost.
True or false: All actinoids are stable and non-radioactive.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of radioactivity.
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If a chemist observes that a sample of neptunium (Np) can exist in several oxidation states, discuss how this affects the potential applications of neptunium in nuclear technology.
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of specific oxidation states in nuclear fission.
Discuss how the electronic configuration influences the chemical properties of curium (Cm) compared to thorium (Th).
💡 Hint: Reflect on how electron energy levels affect reactivity and bond formation.
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