Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Astronomy Cast Ep. 205

Fusion

Fusion is the process of taking two atoms and colliding them into one atom.  Usually by-products are also created along with energy.  Fusion was an essential factor in developing the Universe.  After the Big Bang, only hydrogen existed in the Universe.  But through the process of fusion, the atoms were squeezed and clumped together into heavier and heavier elements.  Fusion is also important because it gives us warmth and light from the Sun.  With fusion bombs we can create destruction.  Also, fusion may be an inexpensive source of energy!  It is not unlikely that we will be able to find more uses for it with the rapidly growing technology of today!

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