Como Pronunciar "fissile"
word
ˈfɪsəɫ
FISS-uhl
fˈɪsaɪl
FISS-yle
Definição
Describes a material, usually an isotope, that can split easily when hit by a neutron, releasing energy. It is often used to talk about nuclear fuel and atomic reactions.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈfɪsəɫ
Inglês Britânico
fˈɪsaɪl
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
FISS-uhl
UK
FISS-yle
Ouça em Contexto
Uranium-235 is a fissile isotope used in nuclear reactors.
Only fissile materials can start a nuclear chain reaction.
Scientists study fissile substances for energy production.
Not every radioactive element is fissile—some just can't split easily.