放射性
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Meanings
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radioactive
Used as a noun or in compounds to describe substances, materials, or phenomena that emit radiation. Common in scientific and news contexts.
The disposal of radioactive waste is an important issue.
Radioactive materials were detected in this area.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉が放射性を持つfor something to have radioactive properties
This waste is radioactive.
- 〈物〉が放射性を帯びるfor something to become radioactive
The soil became radioactive due to the accident.
- 〈物〉は放射性であるfor something to be radioactive
This ore is radioactive.