In heavy water, each hydrogen atom is indeed heavier, with a neutron as well as a proton in its nucleus. This isotope of hydrogen is called deuterium, and heavy water's more scientific name is ...

The search for water on the Moon has captivated scientists for decades. Beyond its implications for understanding planetary ...

Earth received water toward the final stages of its formation. This reshapes understanding of the conditions needed for life.

China National Nuclear Corporation’s (CNNC) first-ever commercial reactor for the production of isotopes has officially opened. Called the Qinshan Nuclear Power Base plant, it has already ...