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Which nuclear reaction uses the least expensive materials and produce the least amount of radioactive by-product?
You would probably be talking about nuclear fusion, but it is not available for use and probably won't be for another 50 years, so it's an academic matter. For useful power, fission reactors are the only technology we have, and they all use uranium and produce similar amounts of fission products
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What happens during a chain reaction and how does it impact the surrounding environment?
During a chain reaction, a series of reactions occur in which the products of one reaction serve as the reactants for the next reaction. This can lead to a rapid and uncontrollable release of energy, such as in a nuclear chain reaction. The impact on the surrounding environment can be significant, as it can result in the release of harmful radiation, heat, and potentially radioactive materials, causing damage to living organisms and the ecosystem.
What decays first duriing radioactive decay?
No, radioactive decay is not a chemical reaction. Radioactive decay is a type of change in the nucleus of an atom that results from instability in that nucleus. And that is a nuclear reaction rather than a chemical one.
Is nuclear power radioactive?
Yes, nuclear power involves the use of radioactive materials to generate heat and produce electricity. However, the level of radioactivity varies depending on the specific type of nuclear reaction and the stage of the nuclear fuel cycle. Proper safety measures are in place to minimize exposure to radiation.
What does radioactivity has to do with fission weapons?
Fission weapons use either uranium or plutonium. Both of these elements are radioactive, though the radiation is not what precipitates the nuclear reaction. So to answer the question, very little.
What are the materials produced in a chemical reaction called?
The materials produced in a chemical reaction are called products. These products are formed as a result of the rearrangement of atoms in the reactants during the reaction.
Are radioactive reactions redox reaction?
Radioactive reaction is a red-ox reaction. This is a nuclear decay.
Are glow sticks radioactive?
No, glow sticks are not radioactive. They emit light through a chemical reaction, typically involving hydrogen peroxide and a phenyl oxalate ester. The light emitted is a result of this chemical reaction, not radioactivity.
Is conversion by radioactive decay a chemical reaction?
No. It is a nuclear reaction - radioactive disintegration.
What type of reaction produces the most dangerous radioactive waste?
What type of reaction produces the most dangerous radioactive waste?
How does a nuclear disaster occur?
A nuclear disaster may occur when the radioactive materials are mishandled and which may lead to radioactive exposure or a chain reaction of nuclear fission, fusion. Most of these disasters are induced by the man made mistakes.
What reaction produces water as a byproduct?
The reaction between hydrogen gas and oxygen gas produces water as a byproduct. This is known as a combustion reaction. The balanced chemical equation for this reaction is: 2H2(g) + O2(g) -> 2H2O(l).
If a fusion reaction produces no appreciable radioactive isotopes then why does a hydrogen bomb produce significant radioactive fallout?
A hydrogen bomb is actually a fission-fusion-fission reaction. The primary fission trigger (plutonium) supplies the energy to induce fusion, but then the fusion energy is used to initiate the secondary fission, which is a large amount of uranium. (in a "clean" H bomb, the uranium is replaced with lead, making it much weaker) also, the radiation will affect the surrounding area, creating a large number of isotopes, dramatically increasing the radioactive fallout.-Akilae
Can chemical reaction produce radioactive particles?
Yes, some chemical reactions involving radioactive elements can produce radioactive particles as products. These radioisotopes may emit radiation as they decay, posing health risks if not handled properly. It is important to use caution and proper safety measures when working with radioactive materials.
What makes a radioactive chain end?
The final product is not radioactive.
How does the temperature change during an exothermic reaction?
During an exothermic reaction, the temperature increases because heat is released as a byproduct of the reaction.
Is Radioactive decay a nuclear reaction?
yes
Through which process is oxygen produced as a byproduct?
light-dependent reaction
