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Vocabulary Entry
transuranic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to elements that have atomic numbers greater than that of uranium (92).
Example Sentences
"The transuranic elements are often synthetic and not found naturally."
"Researchers study the transuranic properties to understand nuclear reactions."
"Safe disposal of transuranic waste is a significant challenge for the nuclear industry."
N
noun
A term used to refer to elements that have atomic numbers greater than uranium.
Example Sentences
"Plutonium is one of the most well-known transuranics used in nuclear weapons."
"Scientists are discovering new transuranics in their experiments."
"The storage of transuranics requires special facilities to manage their radioactivity."