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transuranic
/ trænzjʊˈreɪnɪəm; ˌtrænzjʊˈrænɪk; ˌtrænzjʊˈreɪnɪən /
adjective
- (of an element) having an atomic number greater than that of uranium
- of, relating to, or having the behaviour of transuranic elements
transuranic
/ trăns′y-răn′ĭk,-rā′nĭk /
- Having an atomic number greater than 92.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of transuranic1
C20: from trans- + uranic , from uranium
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Example Sentences
Its basis is a transuranic element, which is, however, only slightly radioactive.
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