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Do fusion bombs leave a trail of nuclear radiation like a fission bomb after they explode?
Great question, nicely worded except I'm not sure what you mean be "trail". If by "trail" you mean windblown fallout plume, then yes and usually much bigger because their yield is bigger. Even though a fusion bomb is called a fusion bomb, the standard design generates about 90% of its yield from fission because the high energy fusion neutrons make the depleted uranium tamper fission, which also generates most of the bomb's fallout. In the 1956 Redwing series in the pacific, the US tested the world's first "clean" fusion bombs at Bikini atoll; 2 devices, 1 of which had as little as 5% of its yield from fission most of which was believed to be due to the fission trigger and the rest the fission "sparkplug". This reduced fallout dramatically, though the yield was also reduced and more lithium-deutride fuel was needed making the "clean" bomb more expensive than a standard one.
Why is fusion important?
Fusion is important because it has the potential to provide a nearly limitless source of clean and sustainable energy. It does not produce greenhouse gas emissions or long-lived radioactive waste, making it a promising alternative to fossil fuels. Additionally, fusion reactions use abundant sources of fuel, such as hydrogen isotopes, which makes it a viable long-term energy solution.
Why are fission and fusion reactions important?
Well, whether they're important or not is up to the single individual. But let me explain why someone could find them important:Fission and fusion are two reactions which either split or combine atoms. Let's start with fission, let's say you have a given unstable atom (heavier than iron). You bombard it, the nucleus, with a free particle and the nucleus will split - resulting in more free neutrons. Thereby starting a chain reaction of fission, releasing energy everytime the nucleus splits.The other reaction, fusion, is the opposite. The reaction requires two atoms, lighter than iron, which will go together and release energy during this process.To fully understand why they release energy and how much they release, you should seek out pages about bound energy in atoms, etc.In order for fusion to happen, we currently need the temperature to be very high - which, unfortunately, makes it impossible for us to use the process as an energy source. Though, if we were able to create "cold-fusion", we wouldn't be short in terms of energy.Thereby, it's up to you whether you find the reactions important or not. I for one, think it's good knowledge to have and especially if we, someday, get to use it positively for our society and environment.
What is the power of fusion or fission bombs?
The maximum yield for a nuclear weapon varies depending on the type of weapon and ignition mechanism.For pure-fission weapons, the most powerful weapon built is the Ivy King, at a yield of approx. 500 Kt, compared with approx. 15kt for Hiroshima or 22kt for Nagasaki. The Ivy King bomb uses a core consisting of some 60 kg of highly enriched uranium. Pure fission weapons are limited in yield by the difficulties in dealing with large critical masses of uranium and/or plutonium. In pure-fission weapons, masses required for a larger yield tend to be disrupted before a chain reaction can spread through them. With a fission weapon the rule is 77grams of weapon grade U235 or 78 grams Pu239 per kiloton of yield. Generally these days fissile uranium or Plutonium is first ignited by compression of Deuterium or Tritium to give a fusion boost. These are called third generation nuclear weapons and their criticality is not dependant on the mass or isotope purity of the fissile material.Fusion weapons have no theoretical limit, although the mass/yield ratio imposes some practical limits. The highest-yield fusion weapon to have ever been detonated is the Soviet Union's Tsar Bomba, at 57 Mt, about 4500 times Hiroshima. This bomb was originally designed to have about twice that yield, for a weight of approx. 27 metric tonnes. Fusion bombs generally referred to as Hydrogen bombs actually us a tapered chamber called Hohlraum to compress a shock wave in a mass of deuterium and can be scaled upwards as desired to increase the yield.
What are types of atomic energy?
Nuclear energy is a type of atomic energy. [1]Nuclear energy can be created by atomic Fission (like in out nuclear power plants), or atomic Fusion (like in the Sun).
Was fusion the type of bomb the us used for nagasaki?
The bombs used on Nagasaki and Hiroshima were both fission bombs, not fusion bombs.
What is the key difference that allows us to distinguish between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion?
The key difference between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion is the process by which they release energy. Nuclear fission involves splitting a heavy nucleus into smaller nuclei, while nuclear fusion involves combining light nuclei to form a heavier nucleus.
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Do fusion bombs leave a trail of nuclear radiation like a fission bomb after they explode?
Great question, nicely worded except I'm not sure what you mean be "trail". If by "trail" you mean windblown fallout plume, then yes and usually much bigger because their yield is bigger. Even though a fusion bomb is called a fusion bomb, the standard design generates about 90% of its yield from fission because the high energy fusion neutrons make the depleted uranium tamper fission, which also generates most of the bomb's fallout. In the 1956 Redwing series in the pacific, the US tested the world's first "clean" fusion bombs at Bikini atoll; 2 devices, 1 of which had as little as 5% of its yield from fission most of which was believed to be due to the fission trigger and the rest the fission "sparkplug". This reduced fallout dramatically, though the yield was also reduced and more lithium-deutride fuel was needed making the "clean" bomb more expensive than a standard one.
What is nuclear fusion and fission use for?
Nuclear fission is used as the principle of operation for a total of 104 nuclear power reactors in the US, producing 806.5 billion KWh of electricity in 2007. Worldwide figures in 2006 were 2659.7 billion KWh. Nuclear fusion has no use at present except in H-bombs, which hopefully will never be used in anger.
Do fusion reactions provide nuclear power?
No, a fission reaction is not necessary to trigger a fusion reaction, but for us on earth, it is. In the field of nuclear weapons, a fission bomb is needed to create the heat necessary to set off a fusion weapon. We have to use fission, or, rather, the energy created by that, to initiate the fusion reaction. It might be possible to use a high power source, like a laser, on a small amount of material to get fusion to occur. But we are still experimenting with this in the Tokamak, and it's far from being a done deal. Stars are, in general, massive nuclear fusion reactors. Their constant consumption of fuel powering their high rate of fusion creates a massive amount of energy, and the stars' huge gravity keeps this process from blowing the whole thing apart. No fission is needed to sustain this reaction.
How the forest benefits humans?
it gives us wood, herbs and supports animals necessary for our ecosystem
What is a sentence using nuclear fusion?
Fission power is the only realistic source of ecologically sound power, for at least the next 50 to 100 years.
Biotechnology is a friend or a foe?
Biotechnology can be both a friend and a foe. On one hand, it has the potential to revolutionize medicine, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. On the other hand, it also raises ethical concerns regarding genetic engineering, potential risks to ecosystems, and unequal access to benefits. Its impact ultimately depends on how it is used and regulated.
Why did the US build a hydrogen bomb?
Most Western Nations were surprised at how quickly the USSR was able to create their own fission (atomic) bomb. So instead of enjoying 5-10 years of atomic superiority, Western Countries were now looking at an unexpected threat. By pushing the development of the fusion (hydrogen) bomb, it was hoped that Western Countries could once again gain weapon superiority.
What benefits does green tea gives us?
Green tea is considered a relaxing drink that can ease colds and the flu.
Are online games harmful?
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