MOX Fuel

MOX fuel, or Mixed Oxide Fuel, is a type of nuclear fuel made from a mixture of plutonium and uranium oxides. It is used in certain nuclear reactors as an alternative to traditional uranium fuel. MOX fuel helps recycle plutonium that is produced from spent nuclear fuel or from dismantled nuclear weapons, reducing waste and promoting sustainability in nuclear energy. By utilizing both plutonium and uranium, MOX can enhance the efficiency of reactors and contribute to energy production while addressing concerns about nuclear waste and resource utilization.