fissionables
/ˈfɪʃənəbəlz/
noun
- Materials, especially certain isotopes like uranium-235 or plutonium-239, that can undergo nuclear fission and are used as fuel in nuclear reactors or weapons.
- Scientists are researching new ways to recycle fissionables from spent fuel rods.
- Nuclear power plants require careful handling and storage of fissionables to prevent accidents.
- The country agreed to reduce its stockpile of fissionables under the international treaty.