Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Californium element (Atomic Number 98) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.

Californium Element Cube

$53.55
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Californium's atomic number is 98 and its symbol is Cf. It is an actinide element, the sixth transuranium element to be synthesized, and has the second-highest atomic mass of all the elements that have been produced in amounts large enough to see with the unaided eye.

Californium is one of the few transuranium elements that have practical applications. Most of these applications exploit the property of certain isotopes of californium to emit neutrons. For example, californium can be used to help start up nuclear reactors, and it is employed as a source of neutrons when studying materials using neutron diffraction and neutron spectroscopy. This display is contained within crystal clear Lucite acrylic.

Please note that this item might be classified as hazardous material in certain countries. We suggest checking local guidelines to ensure compliance before placing your order.

Details
  • Made In USA
  • 2x2x2 inches
  • Radioactive symbol. No sample.
Safety

We get asked about the radioactivity and overall safety of the periodic tables/cubes from time to time. These are legitimate concerns and we wanted to address those concerns here. Although there are several elements in the cubes that are dangerous or toxic, the acrylic and glass ampules make the products safe to handle and store.

The average American is exposed to 0.034 mrem/hr from background radiation (300 mrem/year). In other words, a person will get three times the radiation from natural background radiation which includes the sun, food, radon, and the environment, than they will from holding a radioactive element in one of our Lucite Acrylic displays.

Care Instructions

Wash with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water. Use a clean, soft cloth, or sponge. Rinse and blot dry with a damp cloth or chamois.

*Never use abrasive cleaners, household cleaners, window-cleaning fluids, scouring compounds, gritty cloths, or strong solvents such as alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, etc.*

To maintain the brilliant luster of acrylic, wax and occasionally with a quality grade of automobile paste wax (NOT A CLEANER WAX COMBINATION.) Apply a thin coat with a clean, cotton flannel cloth. Then wipe with a clean damp cloth. NEVER USE HOUSEHOLD SPRAY WAXES.

Proudly made in the U.S.A.