Could Thorium Revamp Nuclear Energy?

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Could Thorium Revamp Nuclear Energy?

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Thorium itself isn't a nuclear fuel, but in combination with other materials, it might power the nuclear reactors of the future. Learn why in this episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/thorium.htm
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Nov 10, 2021

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