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Tritium(Hydrogen-3)

Tritium(Hydrogen-3). Sam Wong John SUn. What Is Tritium?. 2 more neutrons than regular hydrogen atom Only radioactive isotope of hydrogen Exists as a gas and liquid Has a half life of 12.3 years, emitting weak beta radiation of it exists naturally . What is Tritium Used For?.

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Tritium(Hydrogen-3)

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  1. Tritium(Hydrogen-3) Sam Wong John SUn

  2. What Is Tritium? • 2 more neutrons than regular hydrogen atom • Only radioactive isotope of hydrogen • Exists as a gas and liquid • Has a half life of 12.3 years, emitting weak beta radiation • of it exists naturally

  3. What is Tritium Used For? • Triggering mechanism for thermonuclear weapons (e.g. the hydrogen bomb) • Luminous paint for… • Wrist watches, airplane dials, exit signs, etc.

  4. Why is Tritium Used? • Reacts with Deuterium through fusion reaction, very ideal • Goes through beta decay and ejected electron reacts with phosphors (luminescent substances) to produce light (Tritium Illumination) • Tritium Illumination requires no electrical energy; efficient

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