Question

Write a nuclear equation for the formation of iron-54 through fusion

Answer 1

Answer: $_{24}^{50}\textrm{Cr}+_2^4\textrm{He}\rightarrow _{26}^{56}\textrm{Fe}$

Explanation:

Nuclear fusion : It is a process which involves the conversion of two small nuclei to form a heavy nuclei along with release of energy.

Nuclear fission : It is a process which involves the conversion of a heavier nuclei into two or more small and stable nuclei along with the release of energy.

The nuclear fusion reaction for the formation of iron-54 involves fusion of chromium with a alpha particle to produce iron.

The balanced nuclear reaction will be:

$_{24}^{50}\textrm{Cr}+_2^4\textrm{He}\rightarrow _{26}^{56}\textrm{Fe}$

Answer 2

Fe + heat ----> Fe_54 + + neutrons