Thorium Reactor

A thorium reactor is a type of nuclear reactor that uses thorium, a naturally occurring metal, instead of uranium to generate electricity. When thorium absorbs a neutron, it transforms into a radioactive form of uranium that then splits (fissions), releasing energy and more neutrons to sustain the process. Thorium is abundant, produces less long-lived radioactive waste, and is considered safer because it’s less prone to runaway reactions. This makes thorium reactors a promising, cleaner alternative to traditional nuclear power, potentially providing a large amount of energy with reduced environmental impact.