nuclear reaction

noun

physics

: a process in which the nucleus of an atom is changed by being split apart or joined with the nucleus of another atom

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Gas flowing from the expanding red giant gradually accumulates on the white dwarf until conditions become extreme enough to ignite a runaway nuclear reaction. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

That has put a focus on Iran’s stockpile of uranium and its program to convert this naturally occurring element into material that can sustain a nuclear reaction — a process called enrichment. — Adithi Ramakrishnan, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026

This stops the nuclear reaction, acting as the first line of defense. — Jethu Abraham, Wired News, 2 Apr. 2026

If the reactor core temperature rises, the fuel expands, automatically reducing the nuclear reaction rate. — David Szondy march 08, New Atlas, 8 Mar. 2026

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