atomic number 92 meaning

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atomic number 92 (noun): a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons.

Definition of atomic number 92

  1. a heavy toxic silvery-white radioactive metallic element; occurs in many isotopes; used for nuclear fuels and nuclear weapons

    Synonyms: uranium, U

    Type of: metallic element

    Kinds: uranium 235, uranium 238

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