Triuranium octoxide

Triuranium octoxide is a chemical compound with the formula \( \text{U}_3\text{O}_8 \). It is a solid form of uranium oxide that contains three uranium atoms for every eight oxygen atoms. This compound is notable in the context of nuclear materials, as it can be an intermediate form in the processing of uranium, particularly during the production of nuclear fuel. Triuranium octoxide is often encountered in various forms, including as a yellow or green powder.