Apr 14, 2025 · Uranium is the primary fuel for nuclear reactors and must be managed properly, in a safe and sustainable manner. Recent annual production of natural uranium world-wide has been between …

Aug 16, 2023 · Uranium is a naturally occurring radioactive element, which has the atomic number of 92 and corresponds to the chemical symbol U in the periodic table. It belongs to a special group of …

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) defines uranium as a Low Specific Activity material. In its natural state, it consists of three isotopes (U-234, U-235 and U-238). Other isotopes that cannot …

Information is given on sources of depleted uranium exposure, the likely routes of acute and chronic intake, the potential health risks from both the radiological and chemical toxicity standpoints and …

A. Introduction Uranium, the heaviest naturally occurring element in the periodic table, is an energy resource and basic raw material for nuclear fuel. The amount of free energy contained in nuclear fuel …

Until the early 1950s uranium ore came almost entirely from underground mines. In succeeding years the tonnage produced from open-pit mines has steadily increased and more ore is now produced …

This publication is a comprehensive contemporary ‘one stop’ summary and reference volume for world uranium geology and resources allowing insight into potential future uranium discoveries and supply. …

Engineers are preparing for the next generation of nuclear power reactors, aimed at improving energy security and mitigating climate change. Many advanced reactor designs, including small modular …

Nov 11, 2025 · What is nuclear fission? Nuclear fission is a reaction where the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, while releasing energy. For instance, when hit by a neutron, the …

Uranium: From Exploration to Remediation worldwide has increased in the use of small modular reactors (SMRs), thanks to their ability to generate flexible power for a wider range of uses and …