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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.
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What is the other term for a chain reaction in which grows exponentially in nuclear chemistry?
The other term for a chain reaction that grows exponentially in nuclear chemistry is a supercritical chain reaction. This occurs when each fission event leads to more than one additional fission event, causing the reaction to rapidly escalate.
State wether a nuclear fusion is a chemical reaction or a nuclear reaction?
Nuclear
What other name is given to the heat of a reaction?
Enthalpy is another term used to refer to the heat of a reaction. It represents the total heat content of a system at constant pressure.
Is a nuclear reaction a form of nuclear energy?
Yes.
What is the most common nuclear reaction?
The most common nuclear reaction is nuclear fusion, where atoms combine to form a heavier nucleus. This reaction is what powers the sun and other stars, as well as hydrogen bombs.
What is the other term for a chain reaction in which grows exponentially in nuclear chemistry?
The other term for a chain reaction that grows exponentially in nuclear chemistry is a supercritical chain reaction. This occurs when each fission event leads to more than one additional fission event, causing the reaction to rapidly escalate.
What term describes the reaction process in a fission reaction?
another name for nuclear fission is: E=MC squared
Who was the first to create the first chain reaction?
The first to create the first nuclear chain reaction was Enrico Fermi. Refer to link below for details.
Is a nuclear submarine a nuke?
Yes, the term nuke is often used to describe what kind of propulsion plant any naval vessel has. It does not refer to the type of weapons it may have on board. It should be noted,, however, that the term might refer to a nuclear weapon as well.
State wether a nuclear fusion is a chemical reaction or a nuclear reaction?
Nuclear
How do you say nuclear reaction in German?
nuclear reaction= Kernreaktion
What is the difference between a atomic submarine and a nuclear submarine?
Nothing but the terminology. "Atomic" was the term used in the early days of nuclear weapons and nuclear power. "Nuclear" (describing the fission process of nuclear power and nuclear weapons) became the term when fusion bombs became reality, as Atomic can refer to both fission and fusion processes.
What is meant by the term biomass?
Biomass is from an ecosystem which can cause a nuclear reaction otherwise known as a nuke in MW2
Is fusion a type of chemical reaction?
False
What describes a nuclear reaction?
nuclear
What type of reaction supplies the most energy?
fusion nuclear reaction followed by fission nuclear reaction
What does the term Counter-Reformation refer to?
It refers to the Catholic church's reaction to reverse (or counter) the Protestant Reformation.
