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Depleted uranium
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a type of uranium that has most of its more radioactive isotopes removed, primarily used for armor-piercing ammunition and shielding
depleted uranium
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The military uses depleted uranium in armor-piercing ammunition and armor plating due to its high density and ability to penetrate armor.
Depleted uranium is a byproduct of the uranium enrichment process used in nuclear reactors.
Depleted uranium can pose hazards if it enters the environment, such as through the release of dust or the contamination of soil and water.
Depleted uranium is less radioactive than natural uranium and is primarily composed of the isotope uranium-238.
Concerns have been raised about the health and environmental risks associated with the use of depleted uranium in warfare.
