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nucleus, of course. that's why its called nuclear.

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What is the difference between waves used in microwave ovens and nuclear radiation?

Both microwave radiation and nuclear electromagnetic radiation are members of the same species, but they're as different as babies are from elephants, to wit, microwaves are much, much less powerful than nuclear electromagnetic radiation. Microwave radiation, for instance, makes atoms shift their position (and magnetic fields) very, very quickly. Now the definition of heat is "movement," so the faster anything moves, the "hotter" we say it is. Ergo, something placed in a microwave-radiation-field becomes noticeably "hotter." But comparing microwave and nuclear electromagnetic radiation is like comparing a face-slap to a 20-ton BOMB. Nuclear radiation comes from atomic nuclei, so "nuclear radiation" can strike, penetrate, damage, and even destroy atoms in their path. Big difference, capiche? Huge.We left out the part about nuclear particulate radiation. There is no comparison there. Additionally, nuclear electromagnetic radiation is ionizing radiation while microwave radiation is not.


Do all nuclear bombs have radiation?

Yes, for a nuclear weapon to work it has to use fission(splitting of atoms) to acquire its energy. When this fission occurs some small parts of atoms are not completely turned into energy or into the decayed form of uranium. These parts which are usually made up of pairs of one or two nutrons, protons or electrons are then flung at high speeds resulting in radiation.


Can nuclear energy be part of the solution to your energy crisis and climate change?

Most certainly, nuclear energy can be part of the solution to our energy needs. What the world wants to get away from is nuclear power that relies on fission, or breaking apart the atoms, of radioactive/unstable elements such as uranium. Helium-3 is an isotope of helium that is not radioactive/unstable. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin, Fusion Technology institute have succeeded in fusing helium-3 atoms, demonstrating that nuclear power, with no radiation whatsoever is not only possible, but it is ready to be fully developed and used.


When do atoms come into your lives?

Always, every part of you is made of atoms.


What part of the atom does the word nuclear refer to?

A concept or model of the atom characterised by the presence of a small, massive nucleus at its centre.


What part of the human body is the first to be affected by nuclear rediation?

U spelled radiation wrong dumbo.


The part of the sun where nuclear fusion occurs?

In the center. Heat then flows out to the outer surface by radiation and convection


What part of the atom does nuclear radiation come from?

Nuclear radiation comes from the nucleus of an atom. It can be emitted in the form of alpha particles (helium nuclei), beta particles (high-energy electrons), or gamma rays (high-energy electromagnetic radiation).


Why is nuclear energy called Nuclear energy?

Because it is energy derived from the heat made by a (Hopefully) controlled nuclear reaction. The nuclear reaction involves the nucleus of Uranium 235 (or possibly Plutonium 239) fissioning or splitting which releases a large amount of energy, so it is a nuclear process, not a chemical one such as would occur between atoms or molecules.


Why are mechanical arms used in nuclear power stations?

the reason mechanical arms are used is because in a nuclear power station nuclear radiation is being constantly given off by the fusion. therefore if a human hand or any other part of the body were to enter and be blasted with radiation and be deformed for life or will be instanly killed depending on the amount of radiation given off.


Energy and high-speed atomic particles released during a nuclear reaction are called?

Can be alpha, beta particles in radioactive decay, or neutrons in fission. There is also gamma ray energy which is part of the EM spectrum I believe the answer your looking for is Radiation


What is nuclear island?

A nuclear island is a portion of a nuclear power plant that houses the reactor and associated systems. It is designed to contain any potential radiation releases in the event of an accident. The term "nuclear island" is commonly used in the nuclear industry to describe this critical part of the plant that is isolated from other non-nuclear areas.