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Understanding Nuclear Fission: Energy and Applications

Learn about nuclear fission, a reaction where a neutron splits an atomic nucleus to generate heat energy and additional neutrons, with Uranium-235 being a common fuel source. Discover how this well-developed technology has evolved since its discovery in 1938, including its significant role in World War II.

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Understanding Nuclear Fission: Energy and Applications

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  1. Nuclear Fission By: Stephen Sabin Adam Lucas

  2. What is Nuclear Fission? Nuclear Fission is a nuclear reaction in which a neutron spikes a relatively large atomic nucleus, which then splits into two or more parts. This creates additional neutrons and energy in the form of heat. More fission are created from other neutrons creating a form of sustainable heat energy.

  3. Availability One of the most common isotopes used for fission is Uranium-235. It is common because it is one of the most fissionable isotopes.

  4. Availability as fuel source Different isotopes of Uranium and Plutonium are used to make nuclear fuel.

  5. State of technology It is a well developed technology, being discovered in 1938, over 3 decades since the idea was introduced by Earnest Rutherford. World War II brought large advancements to this technology through the Manhattan Project and the nuclear bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki to end the war.

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