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Rutherfordium (Rf): Fun Facts and Information About the Element

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Fun Facts about Rutherfordium

What is the symbol? Rf
What is the atomic number? 104
What is the atomic weight? 261
What year was it discovered? 1964
Who discovered the element? “Scientists at Dubna, Russia and Albert Ghiorso et. al.”
What group is the element in? 4
What element category is it in? Transition Elements

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