tuumaenergias

Tuumaenergia, also known as nuclear energy, is the energy released from the nucleus of an atom. This energy can be released through two main processes: nuclear fission and nuclear fusion. Nuclear fission occurs when the nucleus of a heavy atom, such as uranium, is split into two or more smaller nuclei, releasing a significant amount of energy. This is the process currently used in nuclear power plants worldwide to generate electricity. Nuclear fusion, on the other hand, involves the merging of two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, a process that releases even more energy than fission. This is the process that powers stars, including our Sun.

The concept of harnessing nuclear energy dates back to the early 20th century with the development of atomic theory. The first controlled nuclear chain reaction was achieved by Enrico Fermi in 1942, paving the way for the development of nuclear reactors. Nuclear power offers a low-carbon source of electricity, as it does not emit greenhouse gases during operation. However, concerns remain regarding the safe disposal of radioactive waste produced by nuclear fission, as well as the potential for nuclear accidents. Research into fusion power continues, with the promise of a potentially cleaner and more abundant energy source, but significant technological challenges still need to be overcome before it can be widely implemented.