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Nuclear energy exists in space in the stars, such as our sun. Some of the satellites and probes we have launched also contain small nuclear power plants to generate their operating power.
The existence of sites in Gabon, where critical mass was achieved naturally and natural fission reactions happened, in the distant past (2 billion years back, perhaps) indicate that fission reaction probably happen elsewhere in the universe. It is thought, however, that these are probably very uncommon.
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What electromagnetic wave is found in space or nuclear explosions?
Gamma rays. These high energy electromagnetic waves are given of in nuclear reactions (including those in stars)
Is radiation good for nuclear energy?
Radiation is used in nuclear energy to generate heat through fission reactions in the reactor core. This heat is then used to produce steam that drives turbines to generate electricity. While radiation can be harnessed for the production of nuclear energy, it is important to control and manage it to prevent harmful exposure to humans and the environment.
Types of things that use nuclear energy?
Examples of things that use nuclear energy include nuclear power plants for generating electricity, nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers for propulsion, and radioisotope thermoelectric generators for space missions. Additionally, nuclear energy is used in medicine for cancer treatment and imaging through techniques such as radiation therapy and PET scans.
How was nuclear energy used in the past?
In the past, nuclear energy was primarily used for electricity generation in power plants. It was also used for naval propulsion in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers. Additionally, nuclear energy was used for research purposes and in some medical applications such as cancer treatment.
Is fission nuclear energy chemical energy or mechanical energy?
Nuclear fission is a type of nuclear reaction that converts nuclear energy into thermal energy (heat), which can then be used to generate mechanical energy (such as electricity). So, fission nuclear energy originates as nuclear energy and can be converted into mechanical energy.
What are the positive effects of nuclear energy?
Nuclear energy may be used to produce electricity and may be used to uplift the space shuttles.Nuclear energy may be used to produce electricity and may be used to uplift the space shuttles.
What is an example of converting nuclear energy to electrical energy?
nuclear power plantnuclear battery (SNAP thermoelectric power source for space vehicles)
Where does a space satellite get its source of electrical energy from?
Either solar energy, or some nuclear reaction.
Is nelclear energy renewable?
No, nuclear is depleting resource. Nuclear energy exist since beginning of the universe and it degrading from nuclear fusion to larger element and over fuse to larger atoms and became our fission fuel.
What 2 things does the sun produce?
The sun produces light and heat as a result of nuclear fusion reactions occurring in its core. This energy is then radiated into space to warm planets like Earth and provide the necessary light for life to exist.
What electromagnetic wave is found in space or nuclear explosions?
Gamma rays. These high energy electromagnetic waves are given of in nuclear reactions (including those in stars)
Does everything in space involve nuclear energy?
All the stars rely on nuclear fusion to provide their energy, but there are other objects like the planets and asteroids that are just lumps of rock or gas, without nuclear reactions going on, and astronomers now think that such objects will be found all over the universe as well as in our solar system.
Does a nuclear bomb give radiation?
Yes a nuclear bomb gives radiation. Radiation is transfer of energy through empty space.
Is energy produce by the sun?
Yes, the sun produces energy through nuclear fusion in its core. This energy is then radiated out into space in the form of sunlight.
Why light cant occupy space?
Light is a form of energy caused by nuclear reactions from the sun.
What a large energy producing object in space that is made of gases undergoing nuclear reactions?
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What is large energy producing object in space that is made of gases undergoing nuclear reactions?
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