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What is it called when the number of protons in an atom change?
The only way to change the number of protons in an atom is with a nuclear reaction.
Is there another way to create nuclear energy?
The only usable way at present is in a nuclear reactor using a fission chain reaction, involving uranium fuel. In the future it is hoped to use nuclear fusion, but this is a long way off and many scientific and engineering problems have not been solved.
What are some of the ways you utilize nuclear power?
The main way is producing electricity, also radioisotopes are produced for use in medicine and industry
What does the term nuclear reaction refer to?
The term nuclear reaction is a general one, and it refers to any change in atomic nuclei. There are a lot of different ones (nuclear changes) that qualify, so let's look at some. A nuclear reaction could be a nuclear decay event where a single atomic nucleus undergoes a change. Alpha decay, beta decay, spontaneous fission and even gamma emission are nuclear reactions. Additionally, a nuclear reaction could refer to the interaction of a subatomic particle and an atomic nucleus, like neutron capture in nuclear chain reactions. Further, nuclear fusion, which is constantly going on in our sun, is also considered a nuclear reaction because lighter atomic nuclei are fused together to make heavier ones. As there are a number of "flavors" of nuclear reactions, we leave a reader a variety of options to choose from when we apply this term. It may help to be more specific, depending on the way this term is used.
What is the difference in nuclear power plants and a nuclear bomb.?
A nuclear power plant is a controlled nuclear pile. Both slow and fast reactors contain radioactive material (uranium or plutonium), and are kept from going supercritical due to moderator (cadmium control rods) and coolant such as sodium or, most commonly, water. Thus, the rate of nuclear reaction can be controlled. However, in a nuclear bomb, the goal is (super)criticality. Two subcritical masses are brought together to form a critical/supercritical mass, or a subcritical mass is brought to criticality by implosion, increasing the density, and no control of the reaction is provided. In this way, a nuclear bomb is allowed to reach critical mass and result in runaway nuclear reaction very quickly...or order to result in nuclear detonation.
What are the technical problems related to nuclear fusion?
Nuclear fusion requires very high temperatures and immense pressures to start and continue. The problems with a nuclear fusion reactor would be:- 1) the high temperatures would melt the container: therefore, the reaction would have to be stored in a vacuum suspended by a magnetic field and the reactor would have to be continually cooled. 2) nuclear fusion occurs naturally in stars such as our sun: unless the fusion reaction was limited in size in some way, it would be likely that our planet is vapourised by the reaction.
How do you disarm an atomic bomb?
Figure out a way to remove the nuclear material, and there will be no reaction. Unfortunately, atomic bombs are usually dropped from the sky, detonating on impact.
Which type of nuclear reaction is used in modern-day nuclear reactors?
Nuclear fission is used in nuclear weapons to create what some might call an atomic blast (nuclear blast). Nuclear fission used this way can also be applied in special complex designs to generate enough thermal energy (heat) to initiate a fusion reaction. This creates an even bigger nuclear blast.
How is a molecule of hydrogen formed from two hydrogens atoms?
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Can a nuclear reactor detonate the way a nuclear bomb can?
No
Nuclear Medicine Jobs: Medical Diagnostic Careers Of The Future?
The medical field is always evolving because of new advanced technology and discoveries. Diagnosing health problems is the first step in understanding and then treating any medical condition. Nuclear medicine is a relatively modern diagnostic method that can virtually detect all types of problems in all of the body's organs. Despite its name, X Ray imaging is not technically classified under the nuclear medicine. In general, nuclear medicine fits into the radiology branch of medicine and healthcare. The most common type of job position is known as a nuclear medicine technologist. This professional works closely with a physician and has several responsibilities. A nuclear technologist must properly administer radionucleides or radiopharmaceuticals, which are radioactive agents. Patients must ingest the radiopharmaceuticals in several ways such as IV injection, orally, or inhalation. The nuclear medicine technologist is then responsible for detecting and testing the effects of the radiopharmaceuticals on the patient's specific organs. This step involves performing an imaging process with visible results that can be interpreted by the technologist and the physician through specialized computer software. Nuclear medicine technologists must work with extremely sophisticated equipment, such as those used in PET scans. Gamma ray cameras are some other common devices used in nuclear medicine procedures. Since the job exposes workers to radiation, technologists must take rigorous safety precautions even though the radiation levels are considered safe. In addition to the technical skills, professionals in nuclear medicine field must properly handle patients. For example, patients have to be laid a certain way in the chamber scanner and lay there motionless until told otherwise. The educational requirements for becoming a nuclear medicine technologist range from a one year certificate program to a four year bachelor's degree. This medical specialty requires in depth understanding of physics, chemistry, mathematics, human biology, and computer equipment. Some well known organizations that provide accreditation are American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board. The best employment opportunities in nuclear medicine can be found at hospitals, medical schools, and medical research facilities. The average annual salary for a nuclear medicine technologist is about $66,000 in the United States. The work schedule usually consists of a five day week, but emergency shifts may sometimes arise.
Can a cat have a reaction to flea medicine?
Yes, cat are just like humans in the way that they can have a reaction to anything you use on their bodies. I would advise you not to use that flea medicine again, give you cat a couple of weeks, if it hasn't cleared up on it's on, take it to the vet. I would not use any more flea medicine in the meantime.
