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thermonuclear reaction

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun thermonuclear reaction has 1 sense
  1. thermonuclear reaction - a nuclear fusion reaction taking place at very high temperatures (as in the sun)
    --1 is a kind of
    fusion, nuclear fusion, nuclear fusion reaction
    --1 has particulars: carbon cycle

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Term: Thermonuclear Reaction

Description:

A thermonuclear reaction refers to a nuclear reaction that occurs at extremely high temperatures, typically involving the fusion of atomic nuclei. This process releases an enormous amount of energy, as well as emitting various particles and radiation.

Sample Sentences:
  • Scientists have been studying thermonuclear reactions to better understand how stars produce energy.
  • The development of controlled thermonuclear reactions could potentially serve as a clean and sustainable source of power.
  • A thermonuclear reaction is necessary to trigger the explosion of a hydrogen bomb.
  • The Sun's core is a site for continuous thermonuclear reactions, causing it to shine brilliantly.

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