fissile

UK
/ˈfɪs.aɪl/
US
/ˈfɪs.aɪl/

Translations

fissileadjective
fissiler
Comp.
fissilest
Super.
UK
/ˈfɪs.aɪl/
US
/ˈfɪs.aɪl/
Uranium-235 is a fissile material used in nuclear reactors.
Уран-235 — это расщепляющийся материал, используемый в ядерных реакторах.

Definitions

fissileadjective
Capable of being split or divided, especially along natural lines of cleavage.
The geologist examined the fissile rock to determine its composition.
Capable of undergoing nuclear fission, a process where the nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts.
Uranium-235 is a fissile material used in nuclear reactors.