Thermonuclear Reaction (Noun)
Meaning
A nuclear fusion reaction taking place at very high temperatures (as in the sun).
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The incredibly hot core of the sun relies on a thermonuclear reaction to sustain its immense energy output for millions of years.
- Thermonuclear reactions require the extremely high temperatures and pressures that are found in the sun's core.
- Scientists have long sought to replicate the controlled thermonuclear reaction found in our sun, but so far have met with limited success.
- The principal source of the sun's energy is its thermonuclear reaction which would ultimately lead to its gradual expansion.
- For decades researchers have strived to harness the power of a controlled thermonuclear reaction to provide limitless clean energy.