Nuclear Hydrogen Bombs

Structure

• Deuterium and tritium (hydrogen isotopes) are fused into helium, thereby releasing energy.
• 2H+3H -----> energy
• It is a product of fussion.

How is it made?

• Lithium deuteride is bombarded with a neutron to create an alpha particle and tritium.
• Then you take the deutrium and tritium and bond them together.

Why is it modern?

• Today, hydrogen bombs are super dangerous and gives off a lot of energy, which is why they can be used as advanced weaponry.

Technical Terms

• Deuterium: H-2
• Tritium: H-3
• Lithium Deuteride: Li-6

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Works Cited
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