DRC’s cobalt exports contain unreported uranium – our study estimates the global nuclear risk
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DRC’s cobalt exports contain unreported uranium – our study estimates the global nuclear risk
https://theconversation.com/drcs-cobalt-exports-contain-unreported-uranium-our-study-estimates-the-global-nuclear-risk-291107
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The amount of undeclared uranium from the DRC’s cobalt mines could – if processed – produce enough material for 600-1,500 nuclear weapons.
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The amount of undeclared uranium from the DRC’s cobalt mines could – if processed – produce enough material for 600-1,500 nuclear weapons.
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