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Delving deeper into the science, Greer touches on the isotopic distribution of nickel, identifying that only a small percentage of naturally occurring nickel comprises nickel-62 and nickel-64. This scarcity draws attention to the potential benefits of enriching these isotopes for practical applications in nuclear reactions.
Greer's explanation outlines that utilizing nickel—particularly the heavier isotopes—facilitates reactions that could achieve better energy efficiency. The way these heavy isotopes interact in nuclear fusion is a central point of exploration.