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If we bombard a gas or plasma of Deuterium with Neutrons will they "stick" and from Tritium?
If you substitute liquid deuterium (density 162 mg/cm3) for gasseus deuterium at 1 atm (0.168 mg/cm3), you can increase the concentration of deuterium by a factor of about 960:1. However, the boiling point of liquid deuterium is about 23 kelvin.BrianConlee said:What if we increased the density of our Deuterium target from standard atmosphere 10 fold. Now there's less space between the nuclei of the different atoms.
Does that increase the chances somewhat?
Take it another order of magnitude even. If we could somehow increase density 100 fold, that would surely give more of a target for the neutrons to hit... less empty space. At least somewhat.
Yes.BrianConlee said:so with that higher density, does it increase the chances the neutron would hit and stick to a nucleus?
A deuterium bombarded with neutrons from tritium is a nuclear reaction in which a deuterium atom, also known as heavy hydrogen, is bombarded with neutrons from tritium, another isotope of hydrogen. This reaction results in the formation of a helium atom, releasing a large amount of energy in the process.
This reaction occurs when a deuterium atom and a tritium atom collide at high speeds, causing their nuclei to fuse together. This fusion process releases a burst of energy, similar to the process that powers the sun and other stars.
This reaction has potential applications in nuclear power generation and weapons development. By harnessing the energy released from this reaction, it could provide a virtually unlimited source of clean energy. However, the technology and infrastructure needed to control and sustain such reactions are still in the early stages of development.
The reaction itself is relatively safe, as it only produces helium and energy. However, the process of controlling and sustaining the reaction can be dangerous and requires advanced safety measures and protocols. Additionally, the radioactive materials used in this reaction can pose health and environmental risks if not handled properly.
The main challenge associated with this reaction is the high temperatures and pressures required to initiate and sustain the fusion process. Scientists are still working on developing technologies that can effectively control and contain these extreme conditions. Additionally, the cost and feasibility of building and maintaining facilities for this type of reaction are also major challenges that need to be addressed.