transuranic element

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[trans-yoo-ran-ik, tranz-, trans-, tranz-] / ˈtræns yʊˈræn ɪk, ˈtrænz-, ˌtræns-, ˌtrænz- /

Also transuranium element

noun

Chemistry, Physics.

1. any element having an atomic number greater than 92, the atomic number of uranium. All such elements are radioactive and can be synthesized by bombarding a heavy element with a light particle or element.

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Etymology

Origin of transuranic element

First recorded in 1930–35; trans- + uran(ium) + -ic

Example Sentences

Its basis is a transuranic element, which is, however, only slightly radioactive.

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