Which of the Following Methods Can Produce a Net Output

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following methods can produce a net output of fusion energy?

• A)using a fission reaction to generate the heat needed to start a fusion reaction
• B)using lasers to crush and fuse fuel pellets
• C)using very strong magnetic fields to contain star-hot atoms
• D)using electromagnetic compression waves to detonate fuel pellets
• E)none of the above

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Reduced

A term often used in chemistry to describe the gain of electrons or decrease in oxidation state by a molecule, atom, or ion.

Oxidized

Describes a process where an atom, molecule, or ion loses electrons, often associated with a gain of oxygen or loss of hydrogen in chemical reactions.

Photophosphorylation

The production of ATP in photosynthesis.

ATP Synthesis

The metabolic process by which cells produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the primary molecule used by cells for energy transfer.