Electronic configurations and the respective bonding of the actinide series are complicated and continue to be probed via new techniques and considerations.  But scientific advances with these elements are also complicated by their radioactivity and scarcity, especially with the higher members.   These elements are prime candidates for fundamental science, especially with regard to the changing role of their 5f electrons both in progressing across the series or when variable experimental conditions are involved.  Important correlated properties include crystal structures, atomic volumes, their enthalpies of sublimation and solution, and the electronic and bonding changes forced by pressures and/or high temperatures.  These changes should also be evaluated in conjunction with theoretical concepts.  Such studies with actinides have provided unique insights into their electronic make up and bonding, but often new findings can suggest that additional concepts/conclusions must be considered.  The presentation will provide an overview of the present status regarding these elements.

Award Address  (Glenn T. Seaborg Award for Nuclear Chemistry sponsored by ACS Division of Nuclear Chemistry and Technology). Exploring and understanding actinide science via systematic correlations and electronic configurations together with theoretical considerations

245th National Meeting (2013)

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