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Author Name: Arun Paul.

What is Nuclear Fusion?

Nuclear Fusion is the process by which two light atomic nuclei merge to produce a single, heavier nucleus, releasing a large quantity of energy.

Process of Nuclear Fusion

Here is the process of the nuclear fusion –

• High temperatures and pressures are necessary to overcome the electrostatic repulsion of positively charged nuclei.
• When the nuclei collide and fuse, they create a heavier nucleus that emits energy.

Applications of Nuclear Fusion

These are the important applications of this process –

• Powers the sun and other stars.
• Fusion reactors are currently being researched and developed as a potential future source of energy.