What does the term 'enriched uranium' refer to?

Nuclear Power Engineering MCQs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

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Published
7 Mar 2019
Last updated
28 May 2026

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Explanation

Enriched uranium is defined as uranium that has a concentration of the U-235 isotope greater than the natural level of 0.71%. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because enriched uranium is not limited to only fertile or fissile materials nor does it imply the absence of impurities.

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