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Is this reaction possible , i mean bombarding a 1H target with an electron to form a neutron
that's all what i want to know
that's all what i want to know
If the energy difference between the parent atom and the daughter atom is less than 1.022 MeV, positron emission is forbidden and electron capture is the sole decay mode.
Relena said:so the reaction can never generate energy as it is endothermic
but can the energy of electron be used , i mean an electron of around 800 KeV hitting a proton would this yield a neutron?
malawi_glenn said:The reaction can take place, if that is what you are asking.
Relena said:Ok but what's the mechanism?
Yes, under certain conditions, proton-electron fusion can create a neutron. This process is known as electron capture, where a proton combines with an electron to form a neutron and a neutrino.
Proton-electron fusion can create a neutron if the proton is in a high-energy state and has a low enough kinetic energy for the electron to be captured. This typically occurs in extreme environments such as the core of a red giant star or during nuclear reactions in a particle accelerator.
No, proton-electron fusion is not a common process in nature. It requires extreme conditions that are not typically found in everyday environments. Additionally, most stable elements have an equal number of protons and neutrons, so there is no need for proton-electron fusion to create a neutron.
Neutrons are important in atoms because they provide stability and help to control the rate of nuclear reactions. They also contribute to the mass of an atom and can determine the isotope of an element.
Yes, there are potential applications of proton-electron fusion creating a neutron, such as in nuclear energy production and medical imaging. However, these applications are still in the early stages of research and development, and more studies are needed to fully understand the potential uses of this process.