Why are the radioactive elements considered elements if they eventually decay into lead? 360 viewsDecember 31, 2023 Question100.55K September 4, 2023 0 Comments If the definition of an element is a chemical substance that cannot be broken down into other substances, then aren’t the radioactive elements just extra-spicy lead? In: 0 7 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted September 4, 2023 0 Comments The definition you used is incomplete. An element cannot be broken down into anything simpler by chemical means. Nuclear decay isn’t a chemical process. You are viewing 1 out of 7 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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