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PhysicsCollege PhysicsHow does the lithium deuteride in the thermonuclear bomb shown in Figure 32.33 supply tritium ( 3 H) as well as deuterium ( 2 H)?

How does the lithium deuteride in the thermonuclear bomb shown in Figure 32.33 supply tritium ( 3 H) as well as deuterium ( 2 H)?

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