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- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Westfield_State_University/Chem0103_Chemistry_of_the_Life_Sciences_(Theis)/01%3A_Atoms_and_compounds/1.04%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/1.4.02%3A_RadioactivityAtoms are composed of subatomic particles—protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus and provide most of the mass of the atom, while electrons circle the nucleus...Atoms are composed of subatomic particles—protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus and provide most of the mass of the atom, while electrons circle the nucleus in shells and subshells and account for an atom’s size. There are three main forms of radioactive emissions and are alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Valley_City_State_University/Chem_122/Chapter_9%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/9.6%3A_Nuclear_FissionMany heavier elements with smaller binding energies per nucleon can decompose into more stable elements that have intermediate mass numbers and larger binding energies per nucleon. Sometimes neutrons ...Many heavier elements with smaller binding energies per nucleon can decompose into more stable elements that have intermediate mass numbers and larger binding energies per nucleon. Sometimes neutrons are also produced. This decomposition is called fission, the breaking of a large nucleus into smaller pieces. The breaking is rather random with the formation of a large number of different products. Fission usually does not occur naturally, but is induced by bombardment with neutrons.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Los_Angeles_Trade_Technical_College/Chem_51/19%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/19.07%3A_FissionNuclear fission is a process in which a very heavy nucleus splits into smaller nuclei of intermediate mass. Because the smaller nuclei are more stable, the fission process releases tremendous amounts ...Nuclear fission is a process in which a very heavy nucleus splits into smaller nuclei of intermediate mass. Because the smaller nuclei are more stable, the fission process releases tremendous amounts of energy. Nuclear fusion is a process in which light-mass nuclei combine to form a heavier and more stable nucleus. Fusion produces even more energy than fission. In the sun and other stars, four hydrogen nuclei combine at extremely high temperatures & pressures to produce a helium nucleus.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Prince_Georges_Community_College/CHEM_2000%3A_Chemistry_for_Engineers_(Sinex)/Unit_7%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/Chapter_18%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/Chapter_18.4%3A_Thermodynamic_Stability_of_the_Atomic_NucleusThe minimum mass capable of supporting sustained fission is called the critical massThe minimum mass of a fissile isotope capable of supporting sustained fission.. This amount depends on the purity of...The minimum mass capable of supporting sustained fission is called the critical massThe minimum mass of a fissile isotope capable of supporting sustained fission.. This amount depends on the purity of the material and the shape of the mass, which corresponds to the amount of surface area available from which neutrons can escape, and on the identity of the isotope.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Introductory_Chemistry/Beginning_Chemistry_(Ball)/15%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/15.02%3A_RadioactivityThe major types of radioactivity include alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays. Fission is a type of radioactivity in which large nuclei spontaneously break apart into smaller nuclei.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Fullerton_College/Beginning_Chemistry_(Chan)/16%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/16.02%3A_RadioactivityThe major types of radioactivity include alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays. Fission is a type of radioactivity in which large nuclei spontaneously break apart into smaller nuclei.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/South_Puget_Sound_Community_College/Chem_121%3A_Introduction_to_Chemistry/12%3A_Chapter_10_-_Nuclear_Chemistry/12.01%3A_Radioactivity_and_Decay_TypesAtoms are composed of subatomic particles—protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus and provide most of the mass of the atom, while electrons circle the nucleus...Atoms are composed of subatomic particles—protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus and provide most of the mass of the atom, while electrons circle the nucleus in shells and subshells and account for an atom’s size. There are three main forms of radioactive emissions and are alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry_Textbook_Maps/Supplemental_Modules_(Physical_and_Theoretical_Chemistry)/Nuclear_Chemistry/Fission_and_Fusion/Fission_and_FusionThe energy harnessed in nuclei is released in nuclear reactions. Fission is the splitting of a heavy nucleus into lighter nuclei and fusion is the combining of nuclei to form a bigger and heavier nucl...The energy harnessed in nuclei is released in nuclear reactions. Fission is the splitting of a heavy nucleus into lighter nuclei and fusion is the combining of nuclei to form a bigger and heavier nucleus. The consequence of fission or fusion is the absorption or release of energy.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Nassau_Community_College/Principles_of_Chemistry/15%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/15.06%3A_Nuclear_EnergyNuclear energy comes from tiny mass changes in nuclei as radioactive processes occur. In fission, large nuclei break apart and release energy; in fusion, small nuclei merge together and release energy...Nuclear energy comes from tiny mass changes in nuclei as radioactive processes occur. In fission, large nuclei break apart and release energy; in fusion, small nuclei merge together and release energy.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Los_Angeles_Trade_Technical_College/DMA_Chem_51/2%3A_Beginning_Chemistry_(Ball)/13%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/13.2%3A_RadioactivityThe major types of radioactivity include alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays. Fission is a type of radioactivity in which large nuclei spontaneously break apart into smaller nuclei.
- https://chem.libretexts.org/Courses/Erie_Community_College/ECC%3A_Introduction_to_General_Organic_and_Biochemistry_(Sorrentino)/Text/11%3A_Nuclear_Chemistry/11.2%3A_RadioactivityAtoms are composed of subatomic particles—protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus and provide most of the mass of the atom, while electrons circle the nucleus...Atoms are composed of subatomic particles—protons, neutrons, and electrons. Protons and neutrons are located in the nucleus and provide most of the mass of the atom, while electrons circle the nucleus in shells and subshells and account for an atom’s size. There are three main forms of radioactive emissions and are alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.
