Elemental transformation

Elemental transformation refers to changes in the structure or composition of elements—basic substances made of atoms with a specific number of protons. This process involves altering an element's atomic structure, often through nuclear reactions such as fusion, fission, or radioactive decay. Unlike chemical reactions, which change how atoms bond but not the atoms themselves, elemental transformations change the identity of the element itself. These processes are fundamental in nuclear energy, astrophysics, and certain scientific experiments, allowing scientists to generate new elements or study the properties of atomic nuclei under different conditions.