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solar fusion process

Solar fusion is the process where hydrogen atoms inside the Sun combine to form helium. Under extreme heat and pressure, these atoms collide and fuse, releasing a tremendous amount of energy in the form of light and heat. This energy radiates outward, providing the sunlight and warmth we experience on Earth. The fusion process is sustained over billions of years, maintaining the Sun’s brightness and life cycle through the continuous conversion of hydrogen into helium.