Practice - Nuclear Fusion
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Practice Questions
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What is nuclear fusion?
💡 Hint: Think of what happens in stars.
Name one product of the fusion of deuterium and tritium.
💡 Hint: It's a light element.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary process occurring in stars that produces energy?
💡 Hint: Consider what keeps stars shining.
True or False: Nuclear fusion releases energy when two heavy nuclei combine.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of fusion.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a simple experiment to illustrate the concept of fusion using everyday materials. Describe your methodology and expected results.
💡 Hint: Think about how pressure and heat influence materials.
Discuss the implications of successfully achieving controlled nuclear fusion as a power source for Earth. What would be the benefits and potential drawbacks?
💡 Hint: Consider both the economic and environmental perspectives.
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