Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plutonio
Noun
/pluˈtoʊ.ni.əm/
Definition
A radioactive chemical element with symbol Pu and atomic number 94.
Examples
- The discovery of plutonium marked a significant advancement in nuclear chemistry.
- Plutonium-239 is used in the production of nuclear weapons.
- Handling plutonium requires specialized safety protocols due to its radioactivity.
Meaning
Plutonium is a heavy metallic element primarily used as a fuel in nuclear reactors and as an ingredient in nuclear weapons.
Synonyms
- None