Fusion vs. Fission
Fusion is the process that powers the sun, while fission involves splitting heavy nuclei to release energy. Interestingly, both processes can generate energy depending on the atomic elements involved. Elements lighter than iron can produce energy through fusion, while heavier elements can do so through fission. This highlights the unique relationship between these two nuclear processes, despite their opposite mechanisms.In this clip
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The Science of Everything Podcast
Episode 77: Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity
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