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Discovered : by M.H. Klaproth in 1789
Isolated in Berlin, Germany
Origin : The element is named after the planet Uranus.
Description :
A radioactive, silvery metal consisting of 99% uranium-238 and 1% uranium-235. This rare form is the one needed for nuclear weapons. To separate the two forms, uranium must be turned into uranium hexafluoride, a volatile liquid. World production of uranium is 35,000 tonnes, with reserves amounting to over 200 years supply.
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Astrological symbol for the planet Uranus. |
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