Hydrogen Fusion

Hydrogen fusion, also known as nuclear fusion, is the process by which hydrogen nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, typically helium, releasing a significant amount of energy in the process. This reaction occurs naturally in stars, including the sun, where immense pressure and temperature facilitate the fusion of hydrogen atoms. In fusion, two isotopes of hydrogen, such as deuterium and tritium, can collide at high speeds under extreme conditions, enabling them to overcome the electrostatic repulsion between them. The result is a release of energy according to Einstein’s equation, E=mc², where a small amount of the mass is converted into energy. The potential for harnessing hydrogen fusion as a clean and virtually limitless source of energy has made it a focal point in scientific research and energy development, as it produces minimal radioactive waste compared to nuclear fission and has the advantage of using abundant fuel sources.