Nuclear Fusion Flashcards
1
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Nuclear fusion equation
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Hydrogen (H) 2, 1 + H 3, 1 —–> Helium (He) 4, 2 + n 1, 0 + energy
2
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What is nuclear fusion
A
Atomic nuclei combine to form larger nuclides
3
Q
Difference between fusion and fission
A
Fusion: Joining together
Fission: Breaking down/apart
4
Q
Advantages to nuclear fusion
A
Lightweight nuclei release huge amounts of energy when they join
They do not produce radioactive products
5
Q
Modern nuclear weapons use…
A
Fusion to generate energy because fusion needs heat and pressure
6
Q
How does fusion in the sun work
A
Two hydrogen nuclei join to form helium and when they join they release huge amounts of energy
