In nucleosynthesis a new atomic nuclei is created. This new nuclei is formed mainly from protons and neutrons that were already created.
Several types of nucleosynthesis include primordial nucleosynthesis (which occurs within the first few minutes of the universe's existence), stellar nucleosynthesis (which occurs within stars through nuclear fusion processes), and explosive nucleosynthesis (which occurs during events like supernovae or neutron star mergers).
Nucleosynthesis is used for creating elements more complex than hydrogen
Nucleosynthesis is the process by which atoms are formed in the cores of stars through nuclear reactions. It is responsible for creating elements heavier than helium, like carbon, oxygen, and iron. There are two main types of nucleosynthesis: primordial nucleosynthesis, which occurred in the early universe, and stellar nucleosynthesis, which occurs in the cores of stars.
The first person to come up with a successful theory for nucleosynthesis in stars was Fred Hoyle.
Big bang nucleosynthesis
Nucleosynthesis in the core of stars.
The first nucleosynthesis is thought to have occurred shortly after the Big Bang, where simple elements like hydrogen and helium were formed. This initial phase of nucleosynthesis laid the foundation for the creation of more complex elements in stars and supernovae over time.
Chemical elements were formed by stellar nucleosynthesis.
Jean Audouze has written: 'Nucleosynthesis and chemical evolution' -- subject(s): Cosmochemistry, Evolution, Nucleosynthesis, Stars 'L' univers' -- subject(s): Cosmology
Beryllium was not created during the stellar nucleosynthesis.
By stellar nucleosynthesis (excepting H, He and probably Li, Be).
There are several types of nucleosynthesis, including Big Bang nucleosynthesis, which occurred in the early universe and produced light elements like hydrogen, helium, and small amounts of lithium; stellar nucleosynthesis, where stars fuse lighter elements into heavier ones during their life cycles; and supernova nucleosynthesis, which occurs during the explosive death of massive stars, creating heavier elements like gold and uranium. Additionally, cosmic ray spallation contributes to the formation of certain light elements through the interaction of cosmic rays with interstellar matter. Each process plays a crucial role in the chemical evolution of the universe.