answersLogoWhite

0

We need the isotope uranium-235 in a concentration near to 99 % ! Only this isotope is fissile. Also the uranium will be very pure and in a sufficient quantity to form the critical mass, etc.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

In what form does polonium occur in nature?

Polonium is a very rare chemical element accompanying uranium in ores (probably in the form of an oxide).


Why is lead always present in uranium bearing rocks?

Lead is always present in uranium-bearing rocks because lead is a decay product of uranium. As uranium undergoes radioactive decay, it transforms into different elements, including lead. This is a natural process that occurs over time in the rocks containing uranium.


Where is uranium-235 made?

It is a naturally occurring isotope of Uranium making 0.72% of total naturally found Uranium. Since, it is very less in nature, therefore it is sometimes made from Uranium-238 in nuclear reactors.


What actinide element is the heaviest that occurs naturally on earth?

Uranium because uranium has the highest atomic number, 92, of the natural, actinide elements. Elements higher than 92 are man-made elements. Check the periodic tables to see for yourself!~


What reaction occurs when uranium atoms are split?

In such a case nuclear fission occurs.


Why is radon still found in nature?

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is produced from the decay of uranium in soil and rocks. It is found in the Earth's crust and can seep into buildings through cracks and openings in the foundation. This is why radon is still present in nature.


What is the heaviest actinide that occurs naturally on Earth?

Uranium


What is a reaction that occurs when uranium atoms are split?

Nuclear fission


Which actinide element is the heaviest that occurs natturally on earth?

URANIUM (:


What element is the heaviest actinide that occurs natrually on earth?

Uranium


How do corruption increase?

corruption occurs because it is human nature to take the easy way out


Which element is the heaviest actininde that occurs naturally on earth?

Uranium is the heaviest naturally occurring actinide.