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fusione nucleare
/fuˈzjoːne nukleˈaːre/
nuclear fusion
La fusione nucleare potrebbe rivoluzionare l'energia pulita.
Nuclear fusion could revolutionize clean energy.
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The nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei combine to form heavier nuclei, releasing energy.
La fusione nucleare richiede temperature estremamente elevate.
Nuclear fusion requires extremely high temperatures.
This process powers stars like the Sun and is being researched for potential energy production on Earth.
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reazione di fusione nuclearenuclear fusion reactionreattore a fusionefusion reactor
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Scientific Context
This term is primarily used in physics and energy discussions.
Gold Rule
Distinction from Fission
Unlike nuclear fission, which splits atoms, fusion combines them.
Word Origin
From 'fusione' (fusion) + 'nucleare' (nuclear), referring to the merging of atomic nuclei.
Usage Notes
Often used in scientific and energy-related contexts. Not to be confused with 'fissione nucleare' (nuclear fission).
Word Breakdown
fusione
fusion (merging)
rootnucleare
nuclear (related to atomic nuclei)
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