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When was francium discovered?
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Radon (element #86) was discovered in 1900. Francium (#87) was discovered in 1939.

Francium is the second rarest naturally occurring element. It is also one of the most reactive elements known to man and has a high isotopic instability, with a half life of about 22 minutes. Francium is a part of the Alkali metals group, which are all quite reactive with water and air, Francium being the most reactive. Francium will react explosively upon contact with air, and you wouldn't want to be there if it came into contact with water.

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