|
|
Q 'n A
Answers To Your Questions
SPACE TODAY ONLINE ~~ COVERING SPACE FROM EARTH TO THE EDGE OF THE UNIVERSE
Q. Is a hydrogen bomb like the Sun? — Ronnie N.
A. Yes, hydrogen is converted into helium.
A hydrogen bomb explosion is an example of the kind of nuclear burning that goes on in the Sun's core -- with an an important difference.
In a hydrogen bomb, the burning is brief and explosive. Inside the Sun, it is long-term and at a steady rate.
U.S. Department of Energy photo of a hydrogen bomb explosion
Ask Space Today Online another question
Return to the Questions 'n Answers main page
|