Fusion Science

Stars give off heat and light in a process called ___________.

• nuclear fusion

• supernova

• luminosity

• spectroscopy

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What is the primary fuel used in nuclear fusion reactions in stars?

• Hydrogen

• Helium

• Carbon

• Oxygen

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Which of the following is a major challenge in achieving controlled nuclear fusion on Earth?

• High temperature requirement

• Low energy output

• Abundance of fuel

• Simple containment

In the process of nuclear fusion, two atomic nuclei combine to form a ________.

• Larger nucleus

• Smaller nucleus

• Neutron

• Proton

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What is the main advantage of nuclear fusion over nuclear fission?

• Produces less radioactive waste

• Requires less energy to start

• Uses more common fuel

• Easier to control

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Which of the following is a potential application of nuclear fusion technology?

• Clean energy production

• Nuclear weapons

• Radioactive waste disposal

• Medical imaging

The sun primarily uses which type of nuclear fusion process?

• Proton-proton chain

• CNO cycle

• Triple-alpha process

• Deuterium fusion

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What is the role of plasma in nuclear fusion reactions?

• State of matter where fusion occurs

• Fuel for the reaction

• Byproduct of the reaction

• Cooling agent

Which device is used to contain and control plasma for nuclear fusion experiments?

• Tokamak

• Cyclotron

• Particle accelerator

• Cloud chamber

What is the Lawson criterion related to in nuclear fusion?

• Conditions for achieving net energy gain

• Types of fusion reactions

• Methods of plasma heating

• Fusion fuel types