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Why is Californium called Californium?
Californium was first synthesized at the University of California, Berkeley by researchers Stanley G. Thompson, Kenneth Street, Jr., Albert Ghiorso and Glenn T. Seaborg in 1950
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How did californium get its name?
The name californium is derived from the name of the US state California.
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Is zirconium a metalic?
Yes, zirconium is a metal.
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When was Californium discovered?
it was discovered on the 9th day of February in 1950Discovery of californium: Stanley G. Thompson, Kenneth Street, Jr., Albert Ghiorso, and Glenn T. Seaborg - February 9, 1950.
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How is californium radioactive?
Californium emit alpha particles and neutrons.