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Why is it not possible to completely convert the mass energy of a piece of lead into electrical energy for the purpose of powering a community?
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∙ 7y ago
We have the ability to sustain a nuclear reaction with uranium or plutonium to generate power. it is because they are already radioactive and releasing energy and we are using known technology to enhance the reaction, control it, and convert its output to electricity in an indirect relatively inefficient manner that results in waste byproducts we are stuck managing.
Lead is not naturally radioactive and we do not (yet?) have the technology to convert a stable element like lead partially, or completely, into energy.
Consider burning coal or wood to get energy. They are flammable so we can set them afire to get heat and light energy (which we can convert to electricity). The result of the burning is ashes and carbon dioxide, water and some other impurities, none of which can burn further or they would have. The way to get more energy from them is to convert it back to something that can give you energy and that involves putting energy into it. Although we can't do it. it does happen in nature. Sunlight (light energy) is used by trees and plants to convert carbon dioxide with water and other nutrients from the ground back into wood and other plant material, which we can then burn or use otherwise. The method for doing that with lead is not as clear.
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