What is the correct increasing order of U-235 (fissile uranium) ratio in…

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What is the correct increasing order of U-235 (fissile uranium) ratio in following?

A. Natural Uranium, B. Uranium Ore, C. Weapon grade uranium, D. Reactor grade uranium

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A.

    B, A, C, D

  2. B.

    B, A, D, C

  3. C.

    D, C, A, B

  4. D.

    D, C, B, A

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Correct answer: B

Uranium ore and natural uranium both contain approximately 0.7% U-235, with ore being the raw precursor to natural uranium. Reactor-grade uranium is enriched to 3-5% U-235 for power generation. Weapon-grade uranium requires enrichment exceeding 90% U-235. Therefore, the increasing order of U-235 ratio is Uranium Ore (B), Natural Uranium (A), Reactor grade uranium (D), and Weapon grade uranium (C).

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