plutonium recycling

Plutonium recycling involves reprocessing used nuclear fuel to recover plutonium, which is generated during nuclear reactions. This recovered plutonium can then be reused as fuel in nuclear reactors, often mixed with other materials to form MOX (Mixed Oxide) fuel. Recycling helps conserve uranium resources, reduces nuclear waste, and enhances fuel efficiency. It is a complex, regulated process aimed at making nuclear energy more sustainable and minimizing the environmental impact of waste disposal.