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Understanding Nuclear Reactions: Fission and Fusion Explained

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This chapter explores the fundamental concepts of nuclear reactions, specifically fission and fusion. Fission involves the splitting of a nucleus into two or more smaller nuclei, releasing a significant amount of energy due to the conversion of some mass. It can create a self-sustaining chain reaction. On the other hand, fusion combines two nuclei to form a single nucleus with greater mass, releasing even more energy than fission and occurring naturally in stars. This overview highlights the distinct processes and energy implications of both reactions.

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Understanding Nuclear Reactions: Fission and Fusion Explained

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  1. CHAPTER24 Nuclear Energy II. Nuclear Reactions (p.689-691)

  2. A. Fission • splitting a nucleus into two or more smaller nuclei • some mass is converted to large amounts of energy

  3. A. Fission • chain reaction - self-feeding reaction

  4. B. Fusion • combining of two nuclei to form one nucleus of larger mass • produces even more energy than fission • occurs naturally in stars

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