yellowcake

[US]/ˈjɛləʊkeɪk/
[UK]/ˈjɛloʊkeɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of uranium concentrate powder obtained from leach solutions during uranium ore processing
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Phrases & Collocations

yellowcake production

yellowcake export

yellowcake processing

yellowcake supply

yellowcake market

yellowcake trade

yellowcake storage

yellowcake facility

yellowcake conversion

yellowcake enrichment

Example Sentences

yellowcake is an intermediate step in the production of nuclear fuel.

the yellowcake is processed to extract uranium.

countries may trade yellowcake for energy needs.

monitoring yellowcake production is essential for nuclear safety.

yellowcake is often stored in secure facilities.

environmental concerns arise from yellowcake mining.

many countries have regulations governing yellowcake handling.

yellowcake can be converted into nuclear fuel rods.

the price of yellowcake fluctuates with market demand.

scientists study yellowcake to improve nuclear technology.

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