What is another word for actinide series?
Pronunciation: [ˈaktɪnˌa͡ɪd sˈi͡əɹiz] (IPA) 
The actinide series is a group of elements belonging to the periodic table, which includes all the elements from atomic number 89 (actinium), up to atomic number 103 (lawrencium). These elements are known for their radioactive and heavy nature, making them useful for nuclear energy and weapons. Some synonyms for the actinide series include the actinides, actinonides, and actinoids. The word actinonides refers to the transition between actinium and the next element, thorium. Actinoids, on the other hand, is a name coined for elements that possess similar chemical and physical properties to the actinium. No matter what name you use to describe these elements, they remain a vital part of the periodic table.
