cyclotron
A cyclotron is a type of particle accelerator used to increase the energy of charged particles, such as protons or electrons. It consists of two spiral-shaped electrodes, called dees, placed in a magnetic field. As particles are injected into the center, they spiral outward due to their acceleration, gaining energy with each pass. This process continues until they reach high speeds, allowing scientists to use them for various applications, including medical treatments (like cancer therapy), nuclear research, and generating isotopes for imaging in medical diagnostics. Cyclotrons are vital tools in both research and medicine.
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A cyclotron is a type of particle accelerator that uses electric and magnetic fields to accelerate charged particles, like protons or ions, to high speeds. Inside a circular chamber, particles are injected and spiral outward as they gain energy from oscillating electric fields. The magnetic field keeps them on a circular path. Cyclotrons are used in various fields, including medical applications like cancer treatment through proton therapy, as well as in research to study atomic and nuclear structures. Their ability to generate high-energy particles makes them essential tools in both science and medicine.