Plutonium-239 Fission
239Pu + 1n → 134Xe + 103Zr + 31n
ภาพรวม
Plutonium-239 undergoes neutron-induced fission similar to U-235 but with slightly higher energy release. Pu-239 is produced in reactors when U-238 absorbs a neutron and undergoes two beta decays. MOX fuel (mixed oxide of Pu and U) is used in some commercial reactors to consume excess plutonium.
ผู้เข้าร่วม
ตัวอย่างในชีวิตประจำวัน
Plutonium-238 (a different isotope) powers NASA space probes like Voyager, Curiosity, and the Perseverance Mars rover.
ความสำคัญทางอุตสาหกรรม
Pu-239 is used in nuclear weapons and MOX reactor fuel. Plutonium management is a central issue in nuclear non-proliferation.
คุณสมบัติ
- ประเภท
- Nuclear
- ย้อนกลับได้
- ไม่
- พลังงาน
- คายความร้อน
- ΔH
- -20000000000.0 kJ/mol
ปฏิกิริยาที่เกี่ยวข้อง
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the equation for Plutonium-239 Fission?
The balanced equation is: ²³⁹Pu + ¹n → ¹³⁴Xe + ¹⁰³Zr + 3¹n.
What type of reaction is Plutonium-239 Fission?
Plutonium-239 Fission is a nuclear reaction.
Is Plutonium-239 Fission exothermic or endothermic?
Plutonium-239 Fission is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -20000000000.0 kJ/mol.