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When a neutron hits water, it interacts with the atoms in the water molecules. It bounces around, and transfers energy, much like a billiard ball. As a result, it loses energy and is slowed down. This makes water an excellent moderator for nuclear power plants, causing the neutron to slow down to the thermal range where it can interact with subsequent uranium or plutonium atoms.
It is also possible that a water molecule (oxygen or hydrogen atom) can absorb the neutron, causing change in isotopic identity, fractioning the water molecule into radioactive oxygen and hydrogen.
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What happens when water hits a sandcastle?
The sandcastle is swept away.
In a nuclear fission reaction a freely moving neutron is introduced to a nuclear fuel such as uranium-235. What happens next?
a neutron is absorbed by an atom’s nucleus. (apex)
What are the importance of the element californium?
The isotope 252Cf is a very strong neutron source; some applications are: - neutron's detectors for water and petroleum - control of nuclear fuel rods - treatment of some cancers by neutron irradiation - neutron radiography in industry - neutron activation analysis in mobile installations
What happens to a meteor after it hits?
After it hits, it comes to a standstill.
Why heavy water is so called?
Heavy water is composed of deuterium, a heavier isotope of hydrogen with an extra neutron. This extra neutron increases the mass of the water molecule, leading to a higher density compared to regular "light" water. This is why it is called heavy water.
What happens to the nucleus when a neutron hits it?
When a neutron hits the nucleus, it can be absorbed by the nucleus, causing the nucleus to become unstable and possibly undergo radioactive decay. This process can lead to the release of energy, emission of radiation, or transmutation of the nucleus into a different element.
What happens when a neutron star runs out of fuel?
Neutron stars do not have fuel. A neutron star is a remnant of a star that has already died.
What happens when light hits water at an angle?
fills up it
What happens when water hits polyester?
it explodes with you in it take that society
What happens when water hits a sandcastle?
The sandcastle is swept away.
What happens to a neutron star that gives it the name pulsar?
the name pulsar is given to a neutron star that rotates
What happens when water hits the ground?
You gotta clean the mess up:)
Does a neutron star have water?
No
What happens when a neutron is added to a neutral atom?
well, since a neutron = 0 charge placed into a neutral which is has no charge, it stays the same.
in a nuclear fission reaction, a freely moving neutron is introduced to a nuclear fuel, such as uranium-235. What happens next?
A neutron is absorbed by an atoms nucleus
What happens during the process of neutron-antineutron annihilation?
During neutron-antineutron annihilation, a neutron and an antineutron collide and are converted into energy in the form of gamma rays, mesons, and other particles. This process releases a large amount of energy and results in the destruction of the neutron and antineutron.
What happens to the beam of light when it hits the water?
When a beam of light hits water, it can undergo refraction, which causes it to change direction due to the change in speed between air and water. Some of the light may also be reflected off the surface of the water.
