What is another word for nuclear transmutation?
Pronunciation: [njˈuːkli͡ə tɹansmjuːtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA) 
Nuclear transmutation, also known as nuclear transformation, refers to the process of changing one element into another by altering its atomic structure through nuclear reactions. Other synonyms for nuclear transmutation include nuclear metamorphosis, nuclear transmogrification, and atomic metamorphosis. The process is also referred to as isotopic transformation, wherein atoms of one element undergo a conversion to atoms of another element through nuclear reactions. Nuclear transmutation plays a crucial role in numerous fields, including nuclear chemistry, nuclear physics, and radiochemistry. The process is vital in understanding the behavior of radioactive isotopes and how they can be manipulated for various industrial, medical, and scientific applications.
