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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Fission and Fusion

Question 3 • (OC27) Earth/Space Sci-2001310-S2-Nelson

Why is fusion nuclear energy currently not widely used as a source of electricity?

Answer
A
Fusion reactions have not yet been achieved.
B
Fusion reactions cannot be controlled.
C
Fusion reactions require very high temperatures and pressure.
D
Fusion reaction energy cannot be converted into electricity.

Explanation

Fusion reactions have been achieved, but sustaining them for practical electricity production is difficult because the fuel must be heated to extremely high temperatures and kept under suitable pressure and confinement. These demanding conditions make fusion power technology challenging to develop. So the correct choice is C, that fusion reactions require very high temperatures and pressure.

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