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Explore an overview of uranium through its history to today’s uses, how and where it’s found and safeguards that protect the public.
Uranium Overview ›
Learn what’s involved in the uranium mining and milling processes from establishing a new mine to decommissioning a depleted mine.
Mining & Milling ›
From drums of yellowcake to finished fuel assemblies, discover the science of nuclear fuel processing.
Fuel Processing ›
Investigate the role of fission in generating electricity, types of reactors and benefits of nuclear electricity generation.
Electricity Generation ›
From long-term storage to reprocessing, explore spent fuel management solutions.
Spent Fuel Management ›

The human body is slightly radioactive naturally, because it naturally contains about 0.01% of potassium’s radioactive isotope K40.