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Nuclear Chemistry..

Nuclear Chemistry..

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Introduction - Atoms contain three fundamental particles namely electrons, protons and neutrons. Protons and neutrons constitute the nucleus whereas electrons are present in the extra nuclear region of the ato..

Nuclear reactions, such as nuclear fission, nuclear fusion, transmutation processes etc. are studied under this branch. In addition, with new developments emerging in recent years, more branches of chemistry are being added. These include, pharmaceutical ..

Summary - Radioactivity Spontaneous emission of active rays by certain unstable elements. Three types of radiations are: (i) Alpha particles He 2 + ion (Helium nuclei). (ii) Beta - rays - consist of electrons. (iii) Gamma - rays - High energy electromagnetic rays. Emission of alpha particle reduces..

Two consequences of nuclear reactions are the phenomena of nuclear fission and nuclear fusion. Both are important sources of nuclear energy, which may be used for peaceful or destructive purposes. When a nucleus is bombarded with some sub-atomic particles suc..

The fission of heavy nuclei is accompanied by mass losses resulting in the liberation of large amounts of energy. Similarly, the fusion of light nuclei is accompanied by mass losses and the evolution of large quantities of energy. Nuclear fusion is a process in which lighter nuclei fuse t..

Nuclear Reactors - An equipment in which the nuclear chain reaction is carried out in a controlled manner is called a nuclear reactor. The energy liberated in a controlled manner is used to produce steam, which can run turbines and produce electricity. In nuclearh..

An equipment in which the nuclear chain reaction is carried out in a controlled manner is called a nuclear reactor. The energy liberated in a controlled manner is used to produce steam, which can run turbines and produce electricity. In nuclear reactors, the nucle..