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yes it does. the chemical behavior of a radioactive isotope is essentially the same as that of the stable isotopes of an element. When you have the addition of a small quanity of radioactive isotope, it becomes a tracer, which traces molecular changes. (look up the Melvin Calvin experiment for more help)
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Is carbon explosive or radioactive?
NO --------------- I know of no pure carbon forms that are explosive (maybe there is some strained crystal structures). Though carbon could be explosive if a fine dispersion of it in air was ignited. Also acetylene and particularly its silver salt is very explosive Ag-CΞC-Ag. Even though this isn't purely carbon based, the energy is stored in the tripple bond between the carbon atoms.
Which atoms are least likely to be radioactive?
Atoms with stable nuclei are least likely to be radioactive. Typically, atoms with an even number of protons and neutrons are more stable and less likely to undergo radioactive decay. This includes elements such as carbon-12, oxygen-16, and nitrogen-14.
Is niobium radioactive?
Yes very dangerous, even more dangerous than a crazy elephant chasing a human.
What element comes after an atom?
first of all, atoms are not elements. they are microscopic little organisms in which make up the earth. second, next i believe comes protons, electrons, neutrons, and so on, until something is in the center which science hasn't even discovered yet, but its the answer to the world i believe.
Which form of carbon burns in oxygen to give carbon dioxide?
All of them. At a high enough temperature, even diamond will burn, and produce (ridiculously expensive) carbon dioxide.
Is carbon explosive or radioactive?
NO --------------- I know of no pure carbon forms that are explosive (maybe there is some strained crystal structures). Though carbon could be explosive if a fine dispersion of it in air was ignited. Also acetylene and particularly its silver salt is very explosive Ag-CΞC-Ag. Even though this isn't purely carbon based, the energy is stored in the tripple bond between the carbon atoms.
Which atoms are least likely to be radioactive?
Atoms with stable nuclei are least likely to be radioactive. Typically, atoms with an even number of protons and neutrons are more stable and less likely to undergo radioactive decay. This includes elements such as carbon-12, oxygen-16, and nitrogen-14.
What is radioactive substances?
Radioactive substances are the things that put off radiation. These could be radioactive waste, or even radioactive materials not yet used.
A local politician proposes to ban of radiation in the community. Explain why this proposal has little merit or chance of success?
There is a lot of radioactivity in nature, and some radioactive things are commonly used, even to the point of being required by law for human safety. Granite is radioactive because of the thorium in it. Many other rocks are radioactive. Cosmic rays bring radioactivity from outer space to all parts of the earth. They reach the ground sometimes, but even when they don't, the radioactive carbon-14 and tritium they produce do, along with other radioactive materials. Nearly 0.016% of all potassium is radioactive. This is not much, but it cannot be separated out. We all need the potassium to survive, even though tiny bits of it are radioactive. In order to ban radioactive materials completely, it would be necessary to ban food. All human beings are radioactive from the potassium, the carbon-14, and other natural isotopes; this includes all local politicians. Synthetic radioactive materials are used for diagnosis and treatment of disease. They are used in smoke detectors. Baning radioactive materials would be unhealthy and even make legally require safety equiment illegal. A wise antinuclear activist takes the position that we probably have all the radioactivity we could ever have use for already and do not need any more.
How does diamond react with air?
Diamond is inert and doesn't react with oxygen.
What is the half -life of most radioactive istopes?
The half-life of most radioactive isotopes ranges from fractions of a second to billions of years. Some common radioactive isotopes, like carbon-14 and uranium-238, have half-lives of thousands to millions of years, while others, like iodine-131, have half-lives of only days or even seconds.
Why is Teflon tough Is it because of its long molecular structure?
Teflon isn't especially "tough"; it's actually fairly weak mechanically because it doesn't stick to anything very well, not even itself. It is very chemically resistant, but that's because the carbon-fluorine bonds are very strong and has nothing to do with the length of the carbon chain.
A mineral that is radioactive probably contains the element?
Any of a variety of elements might do for this, including thorium and uranium, but even potassium has an important radioactive isotope in it.
How do radioactive wastes affect the Earth?
it can kill the earth and even us if there is to much
Is pyrite radioactive?
There are many forms of pyrite, and it is possible that a radioactive isotope may be incorporated, but this is very uncommon. Even then the radioactivity would not be at harmful levels.
What are example of compounds in science?
Water (H2O), carbon dioxide (CO2), sodium chloride (NaCl), and glucose (C6H12O6) are examples of compounds in science. These compounds are formed when two or more elements chemically combine in specific ratios.
What element is most like radon gas?
Xenon gas even though it is not radioactive.
