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fissionable

/ˈfɪʃ.ən.ə.bəl/

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adjective

C2formalcommonscientific/ˈfɪʃ.ən.ə.bəl/

Describes a material, typically a heavy atomic nucleus, that is capable of undergoing nuclear fission.

  • 🇷🇺Описывает материал, обычно тяжелое атомное ядро, который способен претерпевать ядерное деление.
  1. Capable of nuclear fission C1 formal scientific

    Describes a material whose atomic nuclei can be split by a neutron, releasing a large amount of energy.

    • Uranium-235 is a common fissionable material used in nuclear reactors.
    • The facility was designed to handle only fissionable isotopes.
    • Scientists are researching new fissionable elements for more efficient energy production.

    🇷🇺Способный к ядерному делению

    Synonyms: fissile

    Antonyms: nonfissionable

  • more fissionable comparative form
  • most fissionable superlative form