Chapter 21, Problem 22E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

“Fusion reaction and both fusion and fission reaction producing energy” should be identified.

Concept introduction:

Fusion is nuclear reaction in which small nuclei fused together to form heavy stable isotopes with release of lot of heat/energy. Nuclear fission is the opposite process, in which heavy nuclei split into smaller fragments releasing neutrons and energy. Both these processes release enormous amount of energy which can be used to generate electricity.