nuclear

Meanings

• noun

  The process at the core of atomic energy production or destruction, releasing radiant energy and radiation in the form of subatomic particles and electromagnetic waves.

  - "The nuclear reaction in a power plant generates electricity."
  - "The nuclear bomb exploded with a massive force."

• adjective

  Relating to the nucleus of an atom.

  - "The nuclear structure of an atom includes protons and neutrons."
  - "Nuclear physics studies the behavior of atomic nuclei."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈn(j)ukliɚ/
   
   
   
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2. /ˈnjuː.klɪə/
   
   
   
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3. /ˈn(j)ukjəlɚ/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nuclear
hymnal , mural , jural

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Variants

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goes nuclear , going nuclear , nuclear , went nuclear , nuclear families , nuclear family , nuclear magnetic resonance , nuclear magnetic resonances , nuclear medicine , nuclear medicines , nuclear envelope , nuclear membrane , nuclear membranes , nuclear option , nuclear options , nuclear sap , nuclear saps , nuclear winter , nuclear winters , nuclear capability , nuclear energy

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'nucleus' meaning kernel or seed.

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Trivia

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1. Nuclear power is responsible for generating around 10% of the world's electricity.

2. The first nuclear power plant was built in Obninsk, Russia, in 1954.

3. The smallest known atomic nucleus is that of the hydrogen-2 isotope, also known as tritium.

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Related Concepts

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1. Atomic energy: The energy released from the nucleus of an atom through nuclear reactions.

2. Nuclear physics: A branch of physics that deals with the behavior of atomic nuclei and their interactions with subatomic particles.

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Culture

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Nuclear has significant cultural, historical, and symbolic significance due to its role in nuclear power and nuclear weapons. Nuclear power has been a major source of electricity generation since the mid-20th century, while nuclear weapons have shaped global politics and international relations.

How to Memorize "nuclear"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the nucleus of an atom as a tiny, dense center surrounded by electrons.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nuclear' with the word 'power' to remember its role in generating electricity.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Nucleus, the powerhouse of the atom' to remember the definition of nuclear.

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