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yellowcake

Pronunciation: /ˈjɛlə(ʊ)keɪk/

Definition of yellowcake

noun

[mass noun]
  • impure uranium oxide obtained during processing of uranium ore.

Origin:

1950s; so named because it is obtained as a yellow precipitate

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