How to convert C-12 / C-13 to C-1

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of converting carbon isotopes C-12 and C-13 to C-1, which is not a recognized isotope. Participants clarify that C-12 and C-13 are stable, while attempts to manipulate these isotopes through nuclear reactions would require significant energy and specialized equipment, making it impractical. The conversation emphasizes that nuclear reactions are complex and costly, often yielding little benefit compared to the energy required. Additionally, the concept of Q value is introduced, highlighting the energy dynamics involved in nuclear decay processes. Ultimately, the idea of converting carbon to hydrogen via neutron capture is deemed unrealistic due to the immense energy costs involved.
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Jacquesl,
Go to the interactive chart of nuclides at
http://www.nndc.bnl.gov/chart/
for answers to your questions.
Its true you need a basic education.
But do it yourself is fun, too.
good luck!
By the way, 8B->4He + 4He.
5Li -> 4He + 1H.
It really is like simple arithmetic.
Other things are much more complicated.

Jim
 
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Jacquesl said:
I’m starting to convert from just practical do-do , to theory first before build, I’m seems to works better and saved a lot of time man.

If it’s my Eng what makes me sounds stupid, that's because I’m actually Afrikaans and not Eng

Do what Gokul says and learn some basic physics first so that you can ask some intelligent questions. it's not your language deficiencies that make you sound stupid, it's the attempts to come up with theories without any firm knowledge of the physics behind what's going on. you will save a lot more time and effort
 

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