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Unlock the secrets of nuclear fusion—the incredible process that powers our Sun and could revolutionize energy on Earth! In this video, we delve into how fusion occurs when light atomic nuclei fuse together under extreme temperatures and pressures, releasing vast amounts of energy through Einstein's E=mc². Discover the groundbreaking advancements made in achieving net energy gain and why fusion promises to be a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. Join us on this enlightening jour