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Why should nuclear fusion be used in alternate power generation?
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∙ 13y ago
We do not yet have the ability to contain a controlled nuclear fusion reaction on the scale needed to generate power. Barring some stupendous advance in technology, we probably won't have the ability for 50 to 100 years. We are working on it, though.
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Why is nuclear fusion not a controlled reaction?
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What is the potential use of nuclear fusion by humans?
Nuclear fusion is used in some nuclear power plants that can handle the heat and radiation without suffering a meltdown. You should check out nuclear fission in power plants first.
What During nuclear fusion is turned into energy?
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Is nuclear fusion feasable and if so do you think MCF or ICF?
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How does nuclear fission differ from nuclear fusion?
Nuclear fission is the process of splitting a nucleus with a large mass into two nuclei with smaller masses. The energy released can then be used to produce electricity. Nuclear fusion is the process of merging nuclei with smaller masses into a nucleus with a larger mass. The energy released by this reaction may someday be used to produce electricity. In other words, Nuclear Fusion is the exact opposite of Nuclear fission. While Nuclear Fission is splitting a nucleus into two nuclei, nuclear fusion is merging two nuclei into a nucleus.
What are the Application of nuclear fusion?
Nuclear fusion has been used for nuclear transformation, which is the production of new materials by fusion, and for the type of specific type of transformation called nuclear synthesis, which is the production of materials not normally found in nature. It has been used in nuclear bombs, specifically fusion bombs or hydrogen bombs. There is hope that nuclear fusion can be used to provide power for generation of electricity, though this has not yet been achieved in a practical system. There is a link below to an article on nuclear fusion.
Are nuclear fusion dangerus?
Well, fusion bombs are, but fusion reactors should not be (if we can build them).
Which process occurs in a controlled fusion reaction?
Nuclear fusion occurs when multiple atomic nuclei join to form a larger, more massive nucleus.Nuclear fusion is the process by which two or more atomic nuclei join together, or "fuse", to form a single heavier nucleus. This is usually accompanied by the release or absorption of large quantities of energy. Fusion is the process that powers active stars, the hydrogen bomb and experimental devices examining fusion power for electrical generation.
What are the waste of nuclear fusion?
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What are the problems with nuclear fusion?
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Why should nuclear power go down?
Large startup costs and the generation of nuclear waste
What makes nuclear fusion occur?
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When does nuclear fusion release energy?
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What is the explanation for the 5steps of nuclear fusion?
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What is keeping nuclear fusion from widespreading?
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How do nuclear fusion reactors work?
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Why is nuclear fusion not a controlled reaction?
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