nuclear fusion

noun

physics
: a process in which the nuclei of atoms are joined

Examples of nuclear fusion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web While best known as the birthplace of the atomic bomb, the lab today focuses on everything from national security, nuclear fusion, renewable energy, medicine and nanotechnology. David Faris, Newsweek, 10 July 2024 As the world looks for better ways to produce carbon-free energy, nuclear fusion reactions offer a plausible solution that can be turned off and on demand. Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 1 July 2024 The Future Japan sets new nuclear fusion record A massive nuclear fusion experiment just hit a major milestone, potentially putting us a little closer to a future of limitless clean energy. Big Think, 24 June 2024 And since the red dwarf is still hot, there will eventually be a spark that triggers a runaway nuclear fusion reaction. Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 21 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for nuclear fusion 

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nuclear fusion

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