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CRITICAL TIME [1 record]

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Record 1 2014-06-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Nuclear Physics
DEF

The shortest time needed to convert a specific nuclear material into a nuclear weapon component.

OBS

It is a function of the physical and chemical form, the isotope composition of the material and its location and use.

OBS

critical time: term and definition standardized by ISO.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Physique nucléaire
DEF

Temps minimal nécessaire pour transformer une matière nucléaire spécifique en un composant d'arme nucléaire.

OBS

Il dépend de la forme physique et chimique et de la composition isotopique de la matière ainsi que de sa localisation et de son utilisation.

OBS

délai critique : terme et définition normalisés par l'ISO.

Spanish

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