With reference to Nuclear Fusion, consider the following statements: 1. It powers our Sun. 2.Fusion process causes no poisonous radiation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] .2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Both statements are correct.

Nuclear Fusion reactions power the Sun and other stars. In a fusion reaction, two light nuclei merge to form a single heavier nucleus.
Nuclear fusion is a potentially inexhaustible source, and it has no dangerous side effects.
Fusion causes no poisonous radiation. There are no emissions of carbon compounds, or any other pollutants.

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