Q. 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?
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.