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Americium-241:

Description:

Americium-241 is a radioactive chemical element that belongs to the actinide series of the periodic table. It is a synthetic element created through nuclear reactions and does not occur naturally on Earth. Americium-241 is commonly used in various applications such as smoke detectors, nuclear gauges, and as a portable source of gamma radiation in industries.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A radioactive chemical element.
2. Used in smoke detectors and nuclear gauges.
3. Acts as a portable gamma radiation source in industries.

Example Sentences:

Sense 1: Americium-241 is a crucial element used in various industrial applications.

Sense 2: The smoke detector in my house contains a small amount of americium-241.

Sense 3: The nuclear gauge employed in the construction industry utilizes americium-241 to measure soil density.

Related Products:

• Smoke Detectors
• Nuclear Gauges
• Gamma Radiation Sources