All of the actinides are radioactive and those above Z=92 are manmade in nuclear reactors or accelerators. The general properties of the transition elements are. 1  They are usually high melting point metals. 2  They have several oxidation states. 3  They usually form colored compounds. 4  They are often paramagnetic.
The noun SHAKE has 6 senses: 1. building material used as siding or roofing. 2. frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream. 3. a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it. 4. grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract) 5. a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement. 6. causing to move repeatedly from side to side. Familiarity information: SHAKE used as a noun is common.
Hip and pyramid roofs: as the name suggests, a pyramid roof is a roof in the shape of a pyramid and is designed for a square building. A hip roof uses the same basic shape, but is elongated and is designed for a rectangular building. The hip roof is also very popular in North America. Gambrel roof: this is also known as the barn roof, as this style is often used on barns. This roof style maximizes the amount of usable space in the attic or top floor.