dangerbird said:If elements like uranium and thorium in fact did form the same way helium and carbon-iron do, which is through fusion. would we be able to know? Is there a way to tell if those elements are forming through fusion in the cores of stars? Like would it be possible to analyze the light coming from stars and determine whether not uranium/thorium fusion takes place
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Yes. I wasn't making a distinction about how stars do it, just that it's stars. That was misleading.vibjwb said:Supernova
Uranium and thorium fusion is a type of nuclear fusion that involves combining uranium-233 or thorium-232 atoms in a controlled environment to release energy. It is a potential source of nuclear energy that could provide a sustainable and virtually limitless supply of power.
In uranium and thorium fusion, the nuclei of uranium-233 or thorium-232 atoms are fused together under high temperatures and pressures, releasing a large amount of energy. This energy can then be harnessed to generate electricity.
Uranium and thorium fusion has several potential benefits, including a virtually unlimited supply of fuel, minimal greenhouse gas emissions, and no risk of a meltdown or catastrophic accident.
One of the main challenges of uranium and thorium fusion is the technology required to create and sustain the high temperatures and pressures needed for the fusion process. Additionally, the radioactive waste produced from the fusion reaction must be carefully managed and disposed of.
No, uranium and thorium fusion is still in the research and development stage and is not currently being used for energy production. However, there are ongoing efforts to develop and commercialize this technology in the future.