Uranium enriched to about 60% purity is a short technical step away from weapons-grade uranium.
November 16, 2025
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Relative technical difference between near-weapons-grade and weapons-grade uranium enrichments.
Uranium enriched to low levels can be used to produce nuclear energy, while uranium enriched to higher levels can be used to make nuclear weapons.
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Different enrichment levels determine whether uranium is suitable for civilian nuclear power or for weapons applications.