Nuclear Fusion and Extreme Pressures

The video explores the concept of pressure, starting with a syringe experiment and moving to extreme pressures found in the Earth's core and beyond. It discusses how different materials react under these conditions, including the formation of Ice-VII and metallic hydrogen. The Center for Matter at Atomic Pressures uses lasers to recreate these conditions for research. The video concludes with the potential of nuclear fusion as a clean energy source.

What happens to the volume of water when subjected to thousands of tons of force?

• It decreases by about 10%

• It remains unchanged

• It decreases by about 1%

• It increases slightly

How does the pressure at the bottom of the Mariana Trench compare to atmospheric pressure?

• It is the same

• It is 10 times greater

• It is 1000 times greater

• It is 100 times greater

What happens to sodium under extreme pressures found in the Earth's mantle?

• It turns into a liquid

• It becomes transparent

• It becomes a gas

• It remains solid

What is the purpose of the Omega EP laser at the University of Rochester?

• To simulate atmospheric conditions

• To generate extreme pressures

• To study the effects of gravity

• To create extreme temperatures

What is the significance of Ice-XVIII in scientific research?

• It is a common form of ice on Earth

• It is a type of liquid hydrogen

• It conducts electricity like a metal

• It is a new form of water vapor

What is the focus of the Center for Matter at Atomic Pressures?

• Studying atmospheric conditions

• Understanding matter under extreme pressures

• Exploring the effects of temperature on gases

• Developing new types of lasers

What transformation occurs to hydrogen under the pressures found inside Jupiter?

• It becomes a solid

• It turns into a gas

• It becomes a shiny conductor

• It remains a liquid

What is nuclear fusion?

• The splitting of atoms to release energy

• The conversion of metals into gases

• The process of cooling atoms to absolute zero

• The combination of hydrogen nuclei to form helium

What is the ultimate source of energy in our solar system?

• Solar panels

• Nuclear fusion

• Nuclear fission

• Wind energy

What is the potential benefit of recreating nuclear fusion on Earth?

• A new form of fossil fuel

• A method to increase atmospheric pressure

• A near limitless source of clean, cheap power

• A limited source of expensive power