The thermal activation cross section of H-3,C14

In summary, the conversation is discussing the research on activation radionuclides resulting from thermal neutron capture. The activation cross section of some nuclides, such as H-3, C-14, 54Mn, and 58Co, cannot be found despite many efforts. The related reactions are also mentioned. One can find the σ(n,γ) and more details and reactions at specific links provided. The conversation also mentions a link for changing the energy range and obtaining the exact energy. Lastly, there is a mention of a broken link and a new link is provided for further information.
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I am doing a research on activation radionuclides resulting from thermal neutron(2200 m*s-1 or 0.0253eV) capture. The activation cross section of some nuclides(H-3,C-14,54Mn,58Co), still can't be found even many efforts were taken. The related reactions were:10B(n,2α)3H,17O(n,α)14C,50Cr(n,γ)51Cr,54Fe(n,p)54Mn,58Ni(n,p)58Co.If someone knows it or something related, please tell me,many thanks.
 
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One can find σ(n,γ) here - http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/chart/reColor.jsp?newColor=sigg

and more details and reactions here - http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/sigma/ (click on element, then isotopic, then pick reaction and plot or tabulate). One can change the energy range in the plot and use the cursor to get the exact energy.

B-10 (n,α): E = 0.025301 eV, σ = 3522.5 b

http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/sigma/getPlot.jsp?cursor_x=&cursor_y=&submit=Reset&xmin=0.025301&xmax=0.025301&xscale=lin&ymin=3522.5&ymax=3522.5&yscale=log&renorm=1.0
 
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thanks

Astronuc said:
One can find σ(n,γ) here - http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/chart/reColor.jsp?newColor=sigg

and more details and reactions here - http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/sigma/ (click on element, then isotopic, then pick reaction and plot or tabulate). One can change the energy range in the plot and use the cursor to get the exact energy.

B-10 (n,α): E = 0.025301 eV, σ = 3522.5 b

http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/sigma/getPlot.jsp?cursor_x=&cursor_y=&submit=Reset&xmin=0.025301&xmax=0.025301&xscale=lin&ymin=3522.5&ymax=3522.5&yscale=log&renorm=1.0

thanks for your help, your reply is very useful to me. By the way, the third link is bad,it can be clicked in.
 
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1. What is the thermal activation cross section of H-3?

The thermal activation cross section of H-3 is a measure of the probability that a hydrogen-3 atom will undergo a nuclear reaction when it is bombarded by thermal neutrons.

2. How is the thermal activation cross section of H-3 determined?

The thermal activation cross section of H-3 is determined through experiments where the number of reactions that occur between thermal neutrons and H-3 atoms is measured and compared to the number of neutrons that were present.

3. What is the significance of the thermal activation cross section of H-3?

The thermal activation cross section of H-3 is important in nuclear physics and reactor design, as it helps us understand how H-3 atoms interact with thermal neutrons and how they can potentially be used as a fuel source.

4. How does the thermal activation cross section of H-3 compare to that of other isotopes?

The thermal activation cross section of H-3 is relatively low compared to other isotopes, such as uranium and plutonium. This means that H-3 is not as efficient as a fuel source for nuclear reactions.

5. Can the thermal activation cross section of H-3 be altered?

Yes, the thermal activation cross section of H-3 can be altered by changing the energy of the neutrons, the temperature of the environment, or the presence of other particles that may affect the interaction between the neutron and H-3 atom.

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