How Nuclear Physics Works: Fission, Fusion, and Energy

Miacademy & MiaPrep Learning Channel

This educational video provides a clear and accessible introduction to the fundamentals of nuclear physics, explaining the mechanisms behind the sun's energy, nuclear power, and atomic weapons. The lesson begins by distinguishing nuclear reactions from chemical burning, debunking the misconception that the sun "burns" like a fire. It breaks down atomic structure to explain the opposing forces within a nucleus: the electromagnetic force pushing protons apart and the strong nuclear force holding them together.