Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 17 - Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry - Exercises - Questions - Page 637: 42

Answer

When used as a means of energy production, fusion is approximately 10 times more efficient than fission, also producing less harmful waste. However, energy production via fusion is extremely difficult because high temperatures are needed for the reaction to occur.

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When used as a means of energy production, fusion is approximately 10 times more efficient than fission, also producing less harmful waste. However, energy production via fusion is extremely difficult because high temperatures are needed for the reaction to occur.
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