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Plutonium Pit.
Plutonium Pit - as a noun
A steel or beryllium sphere containing plutonium 239 that triggers nuclear fission when compressed by explosives
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plutonium triggerExample Sentences
"A plutonium pit is a key component of a nuclear weapon."
"The production of plutonium pits is highly regulated."
"The disposal of plutonium pits is a major challenge for nuclear facilities."
"Scientists study the behavior of plutonium pits under various conditions."
"The United States has a stockpile of thousands of plutonium pits."
