Plutonium

usgb/pluːˈtəʊniəm/
noun

A heavy radioactive chemical element used in nuclear reactors and bombs.

He was studying the properties of plutonium in his lab.
Visual representation of "plutonium" - A heavy radioactive chemical element used in nuclear reactors and bombs

Often appears as...

  • plutonium isotope
  • plutonium core

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Nuclear Associations

Plutonium is often linked to nuclear energy and weapons; understand its controversial nature.

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The debate over nuclear energy revolves around materials like plutonium.
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Health Hazard

Be aware that plutonium is toxic; its mention may evoke concerns about radiation risks.

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The container was labeled as hazardous due to the plutonium inside.
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Scientific Context

Plutonium is a scientific term; use it in formal and technical contexts, such as research discussions.

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Our physics paper compared plutonium to other transuranic elements.
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