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frostwizrd asked:


I’ve come to understand that in fission, the nucleus of an atom such as U-238 splits, and some mass is converted into energy, which brings Einstein’s famous equation into play. But what mass is converted into energy exactly?

Also, with fusion, I’ve come to understand that two atoms such as deuterium collide with incredible force and their nucleii basically fuse to create a heavier element such as helium. But is there mass loss in that reaction as well? Where exactly does the energy come from in that fusion?

Elizabeth asked:

I am in high school, and I have to write a persuasive essay about my opinion on alternative fuel vehicles, and I have to persuade people about my decision. I mean how am I supposed to know about these cars when i don’t even drive….PLEASE help me!!

shalin m asked:


Piease explain me how the energy derived from fusion reactor can be used in place of fossil fuels. whether the energy derived from reactor is going to be converted into electrical energy for the use of vehicles.

Birdy_08 asked:


Compare the energy released in fission with the energy relased in fusion???

Physics related Question…

Chrono asked:

I know each alternative fuel comes with a price (as does everything). The extracting of hydrogen is supposedly not environmentally friendly, this being one of the prices of its implementation. I am not an expert on the subject though. Does anyone know what the cleanest alternative fuel available or that has been found is ? I also am wondering what some of the pros and cons of some of the others are. I suppose cleanest could mean one that is the most environmentally and economically friendly source available so far.

Michelle asked:


Republican’s argument for cutting taxes is that it is “proven effective”. O.K. Jimmy Carter proved during his administration that government spending in alternative fuel research via investment initiatives and government grants drops oil prices substantially, as the cartels move to destroy the profit-making potential of energy alternatives. How can one explain this administration’s lack of initiative in this area when 1. Our national security is at risk and 2. It has been proven effective at lowering oil prices.

Adam asked:


also how long do we currently have to replace the fission cells now?