Triple Alpha Process Definition

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noun
A thermonuclear fusion reaction in which three alpha particles (helium nuclei) fuse to form a carbon nucleus, thereby releasing energy. The triple alpha process fuels the luminosity of stars after they leave the main sequence.
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