What is the natural state of plutonium?

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Plutonium is a radioactive transuranic element that occurs naturally in trace amounts within uranium ores. Its natural state is characterized by instability and reactivity, often found as a silvery-white metal that can ignite spontaneously in air. Most plutonium is produced artificially in nuclear reactors through the beta decay of Uranium-239. In nature, it is not found in pure form but rather in combination with other elements. Understanding plutonium's natural state is crucial for discussions on nuclear science and safety.
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what is the natual state of plutonium?
 
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billnyethescienceguy said:
I suck at science.
This didn't make me want to help for a start. You are asking a question. Not making us feel sorry for you. I was told of for doing it, so are you.

billnyethescienceguy said:
Can anyone help me please?
What is the natural state of plutonium?

Thanks Bill
Plutonium is a transuranic element. It existing in small traces in natural with Uranium Ores. Most of it is manufactured in nuclear reactors by beta-particle decay from Uranium-239.

I assume the natural state you mention is that it is found naturally as an unstable radioactive element with Uranium Ores. Larger quantities are found in nuclear reactors after beta-particle decay, which leaves Plutonium in its element form, I believe.

Most likely I am wrong but I hope what you want is in here.

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The natural state of plutonium is a radioactive element that is found in small amounts in the Earth's crust. It is typically produced through the decay of uranium and can also be found in trace amounts in certain ores. In its natural state, plutonium is a silvery-white metal that is highly reactive and can spontaneously ignite in air. Due to its unstable nature, it is typically found in combination with other elements and is not found in its pure form in nature.
 

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