Fissile

usgb/ˈfɪsl/
adjective

Able to split into smaller parts easily or able to be used to create nuclear energy.

Uranium-235 is a fissile material used in nuclear reactors.
Visual representation of "fissile" - Able to split into smaller parts easily or able to be used to create nuclear energy.

Often appears as...

  • fissile material
  • fissile uranium

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Energy Production

Used when discussing materials in nuclear reactors that can release energy during a chain reaction.

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The country's new policy focuses on harnessing fissile materials for energy production.
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Technical Term

'Fissile' is a scientific term most commonly found in textbooks or academic discussions.

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In our physics class, we learned that fissile substances play a crucial role in nuclear energy.
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Safety Concerns

The word may imply potential hazards or the need for careful handling due to its nuclear association.

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The transportation of fissile materials is highly regulated for safety reasons.
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