Element | Protactinium

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Protactinium is a scarce, radioactive actinide found in trace amounts in uranium ores and primarily of interest for nuclear science.

Properties of Protactinium | It commonly exhibits +5 oxidation state, forms complex oxides and is chemically reactive and radiotoxic.

Uses of Protactinium | No large scale commercial uses exist; protactinium is used in specialized research on actinide chemistry and nuclear properties.

Isotopes of Protactinium | Protactinium isotopes are highly radioactive and toxic; work with protactinium requires specialized radiological facilities and strict controls.