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Is plutonium an actinide nuclear fuel?

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Yes, it is. Specific isotopes of plutonium can be used for nuclear fuel. An actinide is an element of the periodic table with an atomic number of 89 (actinium) or higher. Plutonium is atomic number 94. A link is provided.

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