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Depending on the total mass of uranium, purity of uranium, physical form, enrichment, geometry, etc.
A chain reaction is more likely to occur when two pieces of uranium are combined, as this brings more uranium atoms close together, increasing the likelihood of neutron interactions that can sustain a chain reaction. Splitting the uranium into separate pieces reduces the chances of sustained reactions due to fewer interactions between the atoms.
Helium-4 can be a product of fusion. Hydrogen-1 cannot be produced by fusion. The uranium isotopes were probably produced by fusion in some star, long ago, and possibly not as uranium, but as something that decayed into uranium. I suppose it would be possible to produce the uranium isotopes in a lab by fusion, but I cannot imagine anyone do so, unless it was to prove a point.
A small piece has more surface area compared to its mass; as a result, more neutrons will escape before they can participate in the chain reaction.
Uranium-235 is commonly used for nuclear fission due to its ability to undergo a chain reaction when bombarded with neutrons. Its nucleus can easily split into smaller nuclei, releasing a large amount of energy in the process.
Mixing liquid uranium with liquid nitrogen would likely result in the rapid cooling of the uranium, causing it to solidify. The reaction would be exothermic and could potentially lead to the release of radioactive materials. It is important to handle uranium with caution and follow proper safety protocols to prevent any accidents or exposure to radiation.
A chain reaction is more likely to occur in two separate pieces of uranium-235 due to increased chance of neutron interactions. When two pieces are stuck together, neutrons are more likely to escape without causing additional fission reactions.
A chain reaction is more likely to occur when two pieces of uranium are combined, as this brings more uranium atoms close together, increasing the likelihood of neutron interactions that can sustain a chain reaction. Splitting the uranium into separate pieces reduces the chances of sustained reactions due to fewer interactions between the atoms.
The same pieces of uranium stuck together will likely leak more neutrons. When two separate pieces are brought together, the increased density can lead to more neutron interactions and a higher chance of neutron leakage compared to two separate pieces.
Helium-4 can be a product of fusion. Hydrogen-1 cannot be produced by fusion. The uranium isotopes were probably produced by fusion in some star, long ago, and possibly not as uranium, but as something that decayed into uranium. I suppose it would be possible to produce the uranium isotopes in a lab by fusion, but I cannot imagine anyone do so, unless it was to prove a point.
There are about 50 that form, the 2 groups most likely are ones with Atomic Mass numbers near 95 and 140.
A small piece has more surface area compared to its mass; as a result, more neutrons will escape before they can participate in the chain reaction.
It would make a chain reaction less likely. A high density is needed to maintain a chain reaction. The flat pancake does not have the right shape as neutrons will be able to pass through with only a very low probability of hitting a nucleus.
Uranium-235 is commonly used for nuclear fission due to its ability to undergo a chain reaction when bombarded with neutrons. Its nucleus can easily split into smaller nuclei, releasing a large amount of energy in the process.
Mixing powdered sugar and iodine will not have any significant reaction, as iodine is not a strong enough oxidizing agent to react with the sugar. The two substances will likely remain as separate particles with the iodine coloring the sugar.
Mixing liquid uranium with liquid nitrogen would likely result in the rapid cooling of the uranium, causing it to solidify. The reaction would be exothermic and could potentially lead to the release of radioactive materials. It is important to handle uranium with caution and follow proper safety protocols to prevent any accidents or exposure to radiation.
Graphite was used as a moderator in the first atomic reaction to slow down neutrons released during the fission process. Slowing down the neutrons increases the likelihood of them causing further fission reactions, enabling a self-sustaining chain reaction.
As in, in the same cage? No. One would likely kill the other. Can they live in the same house together, but in separate cages? Certainly.