Chapter 20, Problem 48E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the element with atomic number $118$ is a transuranium element or not is to be stated. Whether it is expected to be radioactive or not is to be explained. The type of chemical property that is expected from the element is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

All the synthetic elements that have an atomic number more than $92$, are known as transuranium elements. Some of the transuranium isotopes with very short half-lives have only been briefly isolated in an extremely small amount. Transuranium elements are the products of some bombardments.