It is a tragedy that the first use of atomic energy
was made the world through its two bombs which wiped off two Japanese ties
during the last World war. Atomic energy is a very potential identifies energy
which mankind can use either for constructive or destructive purposes. Atomic
energy is based on the scientific disciple of the explosion of the atom which
is the smallest particle a metal into nuclei. The nuclei can be further split
into neutrons and protons. The protons are positively charged particles while
the In trons are negatively charged. The splitting of an atom releases unending
source of energy which can be employed for various proposes.
It was only after the Second World War the
scientists started experiments for finding the successful uses of the atomic
energy. A nuclear reactor was set up to elaborate atomic energy and for heating
and power. This reactor consisted of a large pile of graphite into which was
insulated uranium metal. When enough fuel is filled in the nuclear base it
sparks but the graphite protects it from explosion so that the nuclear fire
burns peacefully and safely. The nuclear furnace produced a heat which can be
compared to the burning of thousands of tons of coal. Atomic energy can be put
to various constructive uses. Small amount of it can be used for a very large
amount of heating and power. This reactor consisted of a large pile of graphite
into which was insulated uranium metal. When enough fuel is filled in the
nuclear base it sparks but the graphite reactor it forms explosion so that he
nuclear fire burns peacefully and safely. The nuclear furnace produces a heat
which can be compared to the burning of thousands of tons of coal.
Atomic energy can be put to various constructive
uses. Small amount of it can be used for a very large amount of heating or
electricity in industrial undertaking and factories. Atomic radiation helps
chemical action in the process of polymerization which further helps in the
radiation processes of raw materials -- steel, plastics. Rubber etc.
Radio-isotopes are finding many natural uses. Atomic radiations electrify the
air and are used for making so many other things. Atomic energy can also be
applied in the field of agriculture. According to certain experiments
agricultural yields can be added by thousands of tons by the use of
radio-active tracers and fertilizers. Atomic radiation can be applied to seeds
which can yield many times the normal one. Atomic energy can also help in
preservation of foodstuffs for a longer time. It can also help the productivity
of foodstuffs in regions where agricultural processes cannot be otherwise carried
out.
Atomic energy is proving its best use in the field
of medical sciences. It is helping the doctors in diagnosing the diseases and
in the treatment of the patients. Radio iodine is used in diagnosing all
defects in thyroid glands. The new tools and instruments manufactured with the
help of atomic energy are making medical science perfect. Radioactivity can
also be used for curing brain tumors. This is done by inserting radioactive
waves into the brain. Radio Therapy is also now used extensively for the treatment
of cancer. Gama rays produced from atomic energy are used for sterilizing human
bones. Modern medical science is exploring other uses of the atom and hopes that
mankind can in due course of time control death and disease and ensures long
life for human beings in the world.
Atomic power stations are now being set up in
America and Russia and other advanced countries. They can now supply
electricity and power to a country’s every part on nominal cost. Industries can
make use of the atomic power for expanding their production. With increased
production in the field of agriculture and industry, human beings can attain
higher standards of living and make their life happier and better.
It is thus seen that atomic energy can be a source
of great happiness to mankind if it is applied for peaceful purposes and not
dissipated for destructive purposes.