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Yes and no. In order for a technology to perform well as an alternative energy solution, it has to yield much more energy than is expended in producing that form of energy. Plus, it has to be somewhat readily attainable, given our existing state of technological advancement.
In the case of matter-antimatter reactions (such as proton-antiproton collisions), 100% of the matter from both matter and antimatter forms combines to convert to pure energy. So, it seems very promising as, not only an abundant source of energy, but also a clean one.
However, currently, it takes a great amount of energy to create antimatter (in particle accelerators) and to try to contain it. Separating, channeling, and containing antimatter is another difficult task. As antiparticles are created, we need a means of quickly separating them from regular matter and then containing them in a "magnetic bottle" (a container that generates a magnetic field so as to trap the antimatter in a partial vacuum, so as to prevent it from escaping to react with standard matter).
So, while we may discover a means of stockpiling antimatter in the future to be used as a clean, abundant energy source, we do not have that ability at the present time.
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What is the efficiency of antimatter?
As much as 50% of energy produced in reactions between nucleons and antinucleons is carried away by neutrinos in these applications. It is theoretically possible to retain as much as 100% of the energy in an Antimatter reaction.
Is it theoretically possible for there to be sentient beings composed of antimatter?
Absolutely not - Antimatter is a hypothetical form of matter that is as yet unsubstantiated. Answer It's possible but not probable. And antimatter is not hypothetical
Is it possible to propel an aircraft using antimatter?
It is not possible to propel an aircraft using antimatter because the technology to create and store antimatter requires equipment that is very large and massive (not able to be carried in an airplane), because there is no current technology for long-term, portable storage of antimatter, and because current technology permits creation of antimatter only in exceedingly small amounts.
What happens if you touch antimatter?
If you were to touch antimatter, it would result in a violent and explosive reaction, releasing a large amount of energy. This is because when antimatter comes into contact with regular matter, they annihilate each other, converting their mass into energy.
Are antimatter weapons possible?
Yes, but anti-matter is extremely expensive to make for the amount of energy that can be produced from it. Therefore anti-matter weapons are not feasible.
Is it true that by touching antimatter man converts into antimatter?
No. If ordinary matter touches antimatter both are annihilated and turned into pure energy. The amount of energy released would be enormous. Using Einstein's E=mc2 we find that contact with even a few grams of antimatter would generate an explosion comparable in magnitude to the detonation of an atomic bomb.
What is the theory of creation of matter and antimatter from nothing?
You are giving the definition for the Big Bang Theory.
What is the potential relationship between antimatter and black holes?
The potential relationship between antimatter and black holes is not fully understood, but some theories suggest that antimatter could be present in the vicinity of black holes. Antimatter is the opposite of normal matter, and when it comes into contact with regular matter, they annihilate each other, releasing a large amount of energy. In the extreme conditions near a black hole, it is possible that antimatter could be created or attracted, leading to unique interactions and phenomena. Further research is needed to fully understand this potential relationship.
Can antimatter move backwards in time?
According to current scientific understanding, antimatter does not move backwards in time. Time travel is a complex concept that has not been proven to be possible with antimatter or any other known particles.
Is there an antimatter universe?
Scientists admit that there may be as many as 27 'parallel universes' to our own. It is quite possible that there is not only an antimatter universe, but parallel universes to it.
What are the advantages of using antimatter?
Currently antimatter is only used for scientific research as it is very expensive to obtain. In the future antimatter could be used for anything that requires energy such as producing electricity.
What happens during a matter-antimatter reaction?
During a matter-antimatter reaction, particles of matter and antimatter collide and annihilate each other, releasing a large amount of energy in the form of gamma rays and other particles.
