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How should I explain the particle which has the lower nucleon number will undergo fusion reaction while the partivle which has the higher nucleon will undergo fission reaction?
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Nuclear fusion is the process of combining two or more smaller atomic nuclei to form a larger nucleus, while nuclear fission is the process of splitting a larger nucleus into smaller nuclei.
Nuclear fusion reactions release energy by combining smaller nuclei into a larger one, which releases a large amount of energy due to the conversion of mass into energy according to Einstein's famous equation E=mc². Nuclear fission reactions release energy by splitting a larger nucleus into smaller ones, which also results in the release of energy due to the conversion of mass into energy.
Nuclear fusion reactions occur naturally in stars, where hydrogen atoms fuse to form helium, releasing massive amounts of energy. Nuclear fission reactions are used in nuclear power plants to generate electricity by splitting uranium atoms. They are also used in nuclear weapons.
Nuclear fusion reactions have the potential to be more efficient than fission reactions because they release more energy per unit of mass. However, scientists have not yet been able to create a sustainable fusion reaction on Earth due to the high temperatures and pressures required to initiate and maintain the reaction.
The potential benefits of nuclear fusion and fission reactions include a virtually unlimited supply of energy and a reduced reliance on fossil fuels. However, the risks include the potential for accidents or disasters, as well as the long-term storage and disposal of radioactive waste. Additionally, the development of nuclear weapons using these reactions raises ethical concerns.