Entangled particles do not allow faster than light data transfers. That is a common misconception. You can say that it does if you like in a sci-fic story but do not make the mistake of thinking you are writing "hard science" when in fact you would be writing non-science.Ogi said:Hi guys, in my plot I have an unstable isotope of an alien element and I was wondering wouldn't it be nice if most of the particles generated from the decaying are entangled, how do you think, does it sound silly and totally impossible? If it is a good idea, then how such a property can be used by scientists? I was thinking about something like faster than light data transfer systems or something like that...
Ogi said:Hi guys, in my plot I have an unstable isotope of an alien element and I was wondering wouldn't it be nice if most of the particles generated from the decaying are entangled, how do you think, does it sound silly and totally impossible? If it is a good idea, then how such a property can be used by scientists? I was thinking about something like faster than light data transfer systems or something like that...
Well assuming the physics elsewhere in our universe is the same as it is locally, then there are no new elements and the radioactive particles are limited to alpha (for some nuclides heavier than bismuth, Z = 83), beta or gamma. The particles emitted then proceed through local matter, which becomes transiently ionized or excited, then the particles slow down and stop. Alpha particles become He, and beta particles simply settle into an atom. Gammas will scatter down to lower energy photons, or if at high enough energy (> ~ 1.02 MeV), could induce a nuclear reaction.Ogi said:Ok, let's forget about the FTL data transfer, I searched google, but I couldn't find how much of the particles emitted from the radioactive elements are actually entangled - 1%, 10%... 100%? And if 100% of the particles are pairs what benefits scientists could have from such a property?
Radioactive decay is the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation, such as alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays. This process results in the formation of a more stable nucleus.
An unstable isotope is an atom with an unstable nucleus that undergoes radioactive decay in order to become more stable. This process involves the release of energy in the form of radiation.
The rate of radioactive decay is measured using the half-life, which is the amount of time it takes for half of the radioactive material to decay into a more stable form.
The rate of radioactive decay can be affected by factors such as temperature, pressure, and the chemical environment. These factors can alter the stability of the atomic nucleus and therefore impact the rate of decay.
Radioactive decay is important in understanding the behavior of alien elements because it can provide insights into their stability and potential hazards. It can also be used to determine the age of alien materials and track their movement through space.