Uranium


 * Element Name**: Uranium


 * Element Symbol**: U


 * Atomic Mass**: 283


 * Atomic Number**: 92
 * Protons**: 92


 * Electrons**: 92


 * Discovery**: Martin Heinrich Klaproth; 1789


 * How it was named**: For the planet Uranus


 * State of Matter**: Solid


 * Melting Point**: 1,135 °C


 * Boiling Point**: 4,131 °C


 * Characteristics**: Uranium is used as a colorant in uranium glass; Silvery-white; second highest atomic weight


 * Uses of Element**: Can be used as fuel in reactors


 * Interesting facts**: Can be used as ammunition for some types of military; Generates electricity

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