Friday, September 30, 2011

Nuclear Chemistry

10D1) Alpha, Beta, and gamma radiation are all totally different. Alpha radiation is radiation that is made up of Alpha particles. Each particle in it contains 2 protons and 2 neutrons and it has a 2+ charge. On the other hand, Beta radiation consists of fast moving electons called beta particles. Each particle contains a 1- charge. The third one, Gamma radiation has no mass and no charge that account for most of the energy loss in nuclear fission.
10D2)Fission is the joining of atoms of diffent elements, while fission is the splitting of atoms.
10D5) Nucleur energy is the energy that is created when the atoms are apart or split. The reactions change in an atom's nucleus. It is used typically in bombing and destruction. During the process mass gets converted into energy. It is used to split in nuclear fission. You can use it for enviromental saftey, clean water, and reduces the dependence of fossil fuels. For peaceful things you can use it to improve food availibility and quality and you can also you it for the treatment of cancer, or radiotheraphy. To conclude, nuclear energy has enormous benefits but, its up to humans to use it safely, and for peaceful purposes.   
 

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