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Uses of Zirconium and Uranium


Uses of Uranium and Zirconium


Uses

Uses & Benefits
  • As this metal does not absorb neutrons; It is used in nuclear power stations.
  • Its oxide is used in ultra strong ceramics. It is also used in manufacturing Crucibles.
  
  • The main use of this metal include nuclear fuel which is used to generate electricity yin nuclear power stations.
  • Synthetic elements like transuranium are made from Uranium metal.
  

Industrial Uses
Aerospace Industry, Ammunition Industry   
Ammunition Industry, Chemical Industry   

Medical Uses
NA   
NA   

Other Uses
Alloys, Nuclear Research, Research Purposes   
Alloys, Jewellery, Nuclear Reactor's Fuel, Sculptures, Statues   

Biological Properties
  
  

Toxicity
NA   
Toxic   

Present in Human Body
Yes   
No   

In Blood
0.01 Blood/mg dm-3   
21
Not Available   

In Bone
0.10 p.p.m.   
23
Not Available   

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