uranium nitride
"Uranium nitride" is a compound of uranium and nitrogen, primarily used in nuclear reactors due to its superior thermal and physical properties.
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Definition
C1Nuclear Chemistry
(technical, academic)A chemical compound of uranium and nitrogen used as nuclear fuel due to its high melting point and thermal conductivity.
Example
- Uranium nitride is being researched for use in next-generation nuclear reactors.
C1Material Science
(technical)A ceramic material consisting of uranium and nitrogen, notable for its high fissionable density and thermal properties.
Example
- The thermal conductivity of uranium nitride makes it a promising candidate for advanced fuel designs.
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