Isotope separation
Isotope Separation
Isotope separation is the process of concentrating specific isotopes of a chemical element by removing other isotopes. The use of the nuclides produced is varied. The largest variety is used in research (e.g. in chemistry where atoms of "marker" nuclide are used to figure out reaction mechanisms). By tonnage, separating natural uranium into enriched uranium and depleted uranium is the largest application.
Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈaɪ.sə.toʊp ˌsɛp.əˈreɪ.ʃən/
Etymology
The term "isotope" is derived from the Greek words "isos" meaning "equal" and "topos" meaning "place", referring to the fact that different isotopes of an element occupy the same position on the periodic table. The term "separation" comes from the Latin "separatio", meaning "a parting".
Related Terms
- Enriched uranium: Uranium in which the concentration of the isotope U-235 has been increased above its natural level.
- Depleted uranium: Uranium in which the concentration of the isotope U-235 has been decreased below its natural level.
- Nuclide: A species of atom characterized by the constitution of its nucleus.
- Chemical element: A pure chemical substance consisting of a single type of atom distinguished by its atomic number.
- Periodic table: A tabular arrangement of the chemical elements, organized based on their atomic number, electron configuration, and recurring chemical properties.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Isotope separation
- Wikipedia's article - Isotope separation
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