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depleted uranium

(Chemistry) Chem uranium containing a smaller proportion of the isotope uranium-235 than is present in the natural form of uranium; used in anti-tank weapons and other armaments

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depleted uranium [dɪˈpliːtɪdjʊəˈreɪnɪəm] N → uranio m empobrecido

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depleted uranium (redirected from Depleted uranium ammunition)

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