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If the mass of the Sun decreases because of nuclear fusion why don't we see the Sun decreasing in size?
The amount of mass lost through nuclear fusion is only 7/10 of 1% of the mass of the four hydrogen nuclei. However, it takes a multitude of reactions for the Sun to produce the amount of energy that it does. Each second, the Sun’s lost mass is about 5 million metric tons. When compared to the Sun’s total mass, the amount lost through nuclear fusion is almost insignificant. Therefore, we don't see the Sun decreasing in size.
If nuclear fusion was possible how many KWH would it produce?
A nuclear fusion reaction has the potential to produce large amounts of energy, far exceeding current nuclear fission reactions. It is estimated that a single fusion reaction could potentially yield millions of kilowatt-hours of energy. However, practical implementation and scaling of fusion as a viable energy source on a commercial scale is still a significant challenge.
Is nuclear fusion more dangerous then nuclear fission?
We don't know much about fusion as it is still very experimental. It will not produce the dangerous fission products that fission does, but it may have other dangers unknown as yet. Nuclear fusion has more destructive potential than fission. Fusion is the principle powering the H-bomb developed in the Cold War. Just to put the power of a Fusion bomb in perspective, it is detonated by a fission bomb half the size of the one dropped on Japan. THAT'S JUST THE DETONATOR.
How does gravity and nuclear fusion affect a stars size?
Gravity will cause a star to become smaller, because it pulls matter towards the star's core and causes it to contract. On the other hand, nuclear fusion will cause a star to become larger, because it produces an outward pressure, pushing the star's matter outwards and causing it to expand.
How are nuclear fission and nuclear fusion are the same?
They are similar only in that they are nuclear reactions. In nuclear fission involves the splitting of an atomic nucleus, whereas nuclear fusion involves the joining together of atomic nuclei.
Is it true that nuclear fusion is like a bomb?
Both fission and fusion can be used to make nuclear bombs, in fact almost every nuclear bomb in stockpile in the world today uses both fission and fusion to achieve its total yield, optimize it material efficiency, and reduce size and weight.
What is the amount of heat released by a nuclear bomb?
The amount of heat released by a nuclear bomb can vary depending on its size and design, but it typically ranges from millions to billions of degrees Celsius. This extreme heat is generated by the nuclear fission or fusion reactions that occur during the explosion.
If the mass of the Sun decreases because of nuclear fusion why don't we see the Sun decreasing in size?
The amount of mass lost through nuclear fusion is only 7/10 of 1% of the mass of the four hydrogen nuclei. However, it takes a multitude of reactions for the Sun to produce the amount of energy that it does. Each second, the Sun’s lost mass is about 5 million metric tons. When compared to the Sun’s total mass, the amount lost through nuclear fusion is almost insignificant. Therefore, we don't see the Sun decreasing in size.
What are the technical problems related to nuclear fusion?
Nuclear fusion requires very high temperatures and immense pressures to start and continue. The problems with a nuclear fusion reactor would be:- 1) the high temperatures would melt the container: therefore, the reaction would have to be stored in a vacuum suspended by a magnetic field and the reactor would have to be continually cooled. 2) nuclear fusion occurs naturally in stars such as our sun: unless the fusion reaction was limited in size in some way, it would be likely that our planet is vapourised by the reaction.
Which best explains why the sun maintains its size and shape?
Pressure caused by high temperatures are balanced by gravity
Which is bigger atom bomb or nuclear bomb?
Both words are technically interchangeable, so your question cannot be answered as written. Perhaps you meant which is bigger fission or fusion bomb? Define bigger: size or yield? The biggest bombs ever built in both size and yield have been fusion. But many modern fission bombs are bigger physically than fusion bombs with bigger yield and some fission bombs have bigger yield than some fusion bombs. Confused? It all depends on purpose.
What can kill more a tornado a huge water wave or a nuke?
A nuclear fusion (H-bomb) bomb can clear an area the size of Rhode Island.
What are similarities between fusion and fission?
Binary fission is the form of asexual reproduction and cell division used by prokaryotic organisms such as bacteria or archaea. Similar Organism splits into smaller parts, occur in single celled organisms.
If nuclear fusion was possible how many KWH would it produce?
A nuclear fusion reaction has the potential to produce large amounts of energy, far exceeding current nuclear fission reactions. It is estimated that a single fusion reaction could potentially yield millions of kilowatt-hours of energy. However, practical implementation and scaling of fusion as a viable energy source on a commercial scale is still a significant challenge.
Is nuclear fusion more dangerous then nuclear fission?
We don't know much about fusion as it is still very experimental. It will not produce the dangerous fission products that fission does, but it may have other dangers unknown as yet. Nuclear fusion has more destructive potential than fission. Fusion is the principle powering the H-bomb developed in the Cold War. Just to put the power of a Fusion bomb in perspective, it is detonated by a fission bomb half the size of the one dropped on Japan. THAT'S JUST THE DETONATOR.
What is a hydrogen envelope?
A hydrogen envelope refers to the outer layer of a star that primarily consists of hydrogen gas. It is the region where nuclear fusion reactions occur, converting hydrogen into helium and releasing energy in the form of light and heat. The size and properties of the hydrogen envelope can vary depending on the age and mass of the star.
How does gravity and nuclear fusion affect a stars size?
Gravity will cause a star to become smaller, because it pulls matter towards the star's core and causes it to contract. On the other hand, nuclear fusion will cause a star to become larger, because it produces an outward pressure, pushing the star's matter outwards and causing it to expand.
