Fisszióval

Fisszióval refers to the process of nuclear fission, a nuclear reaction in which the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller, lighter nuclei. This splitting is typically initiated by the bombardment of the nucleus with a neutron. When a fissile atom, such as Uranium-235 or Plutonium-239, absorbs a neutron, it becomes unstable. This instability causes the nucleus to undergo fission, releasing a significant amount of energy in the form of kinetic energy of the fission products and gamma rays. Additionally, the fission process usually releases more neutrons.

These newly released neutrons can then go on to strike other fissile atoms, causing them to undergo fission as well. This leads to a chain reaction, where a self-sustaining sequence of fissions occurs. If controlled, this chain reaction can be used in nuclear power plants to generate electricity. The immense energy released is harnessed to heat water, produce steam, and drive turbines connected to generators. Uncontrolled chain reactions, however, can lead to the rapid release of a vast amount of energy, as seen in nuclear weapons. The fission products are often radioactive isotopes, which decay over time, posing radioactive waste management challenges. The study and application of nuclear fission are central to nuclear physics and nuclear engineering.