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Is the element plutonium man made?

Yes, plutonium is a man-made element. It is primarily produced in nuclear reactors by bombarding uranium-238 with neutrons. Isotopes of plutonium are used in the production of nuclear weapons and as fuel in nuclear reactors.


What is the man-made Actinide?

Plutonium is a man-made actinide element that is produced in nuclear reactors and nuclear weapons. It is used as a fuel in nuclear reactors and in the production of nuclear weapons.


Why plutonium is important?

Plutonium is important because it is a key element in nuclear weapons and nuclear power generation. It is highly reactive and can sustain nuclear chain reactions, making it valuable for use as fuel in nuclear reactors. Additionally, plutonium can be used for scientific research and medical applications.


Who made the man-made element plutonium?

If it is man made, plutonium is prepared by human beings in nuclear reactors and recycling plants.


What is plutonium and why is it a highly sought after nuclear fuel?

Plutonium is a chemical element, radioactive, solid, metal, artificial (but exist also as a natural element in extremely low concentrations in uranium ores). Plutonium is essential for nuclear reactors (as fuel) and for nuclear weapons (as explosive).


Is plutonium an alloy?

No, plutonium is not mined. Plutonium can be found accompanying uranium minerals but only in insignificant traces. Plutonium is obtained as an industrial product in nuclear reactors.


Used in nuclear reactors for energy?

radioactive element like uranium, plutonium......etc depends which type of nuclear reactor.


Is plutonium the result of of the alpha decay of uranium?

Yes, plutonium is typically formed as a result of the alpha decay of uranium in nuclear reactors or in nuclear weapons. It can also be produced artificially in nuclear reactors by bombarding uranium-238 with neutrons.


How common is plutonium?

Plutonium is relatively rare in nature and is typically produced artificially in nuclear reactors. It is a radioactive element and is mainly used in nuclear weapons and reactors. Due to its toxicity and potential for use in nuclear weapons, there are strict regulations and controls on the production and use of plutonium.


Is plutonium produced only in breeder reactors?

No, plutonium is obtained in all the types of nuclear reactors.


What is the most poisonous but most efficient transuranium element when used in nuclear reactors?

You probably are thinking of plutonium


What is Pu in the periodic table?

Pu in the periodic table stands for Plutonium. It is a radioactive element with atomic number 94 and is commonly used in nuclear reactors and nuclear weapons.