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Plutonium
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Plutonium is a radioactive chemical element with the symbol Pu and atomic number 94. It is highly toxic and can be used as a fuel in nuclear reactors or in the production of nuclear weapons.
Key Features
- Radioactive
- Highly toxic
- Used in nuclear reactors
- Used in nuclear weapons
Pros
- High energy density for power generation in nuclear reactors
- Useful in space exploration due to its heat-producing properties
Cons
- Highly toxic to living organisms and the environment
- Risk of proliferation for use in weapons of mass destruction