nuclear fusion

noun

physics
: a process in which the nuclei of atoms are joined

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The tech billionaire's backing of innovative startups like Helion Energy (focused on nuclear fusion) and Retro Biosciences (targeting life extension) reflects his commitment to companies focused on transformative and clean energy technologies. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024 Planets come in a range of sizes and compositions and are differentiated from stars primarily due to their inability to sustain nuclear fusion in their cores. Conor Feehly, Discover Magazine, 20 Sep. 2024 There are yet more ways to achieve nuclear fusion, and the US is hedging its bets on a variety of technologies. Ella Nilsen, CNN, 19 Sep. 2024 Controlled nuclear fusion has several advantages over other power sources for generating electricity. Sophie Blondel, The Conversation, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nuclear fusion 

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