Nuclear Fusion press release
12/10/15
Introduction
My names is Sabree Flood and Nuclear Fusion is a nuclear reaction where two or more atomic nuclei come very close and then collide at a very high speed and join to form a new nucleus. Nuclear fusion is used to obtain energy of the sun.
Nuclear fission
- a nuclear reaction in which a heavy nucleus splits spontaneously or on impact with another particle, with the release of energy.
Nuclear Fusion
- a nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei of low atomic number fuse to form a heavier nucleus with the release of energy.
Safety Measures
- the main risk is of a leak of tritium, which is radioactive.
- That is why the amount used in experiments are small.
Where can this occur?
On earth, we can use fusion in the laboratories or as an aftermath of an atomic explosion but it is naturally found in stars and the sun.