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'''Deuterium''' is an isotope of the chemical element hydrogen. Hydrogen has one proton in its nucleus. Protium contains only the proton, deuterium's nucleus contains one neutron in addition to the proton, and [[tritium]] contains two neutrons. Deuterium nuclei produce a great deal of energy when fused together into helium nuclei. This is the fusion reaction that occurs in the sun and all other stars. So, deuterium is a primary fuel source for [[Covenant]] starship reactors. | |||
'''Deuterium''' is an isotope of the chemical element | |||
Deuterium has a natural abundance on planet surfaces, such as on [[Earth]] and [[Pegasi Delta]]. The Covenant build refineries to refine this material for use in their ships | Deuterium has a natural abundance on planet surfaces, such as on [[Earth]] and [[Pegasi Delta]]. The Covenant build refineries to refine this material for use in their ships <ref>[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]], page 15</ref>. It is also used in [[UNSC]] stations, and is believed to be used for the act of self-destruction, should the need occur. <ref>[[Halo: Fall of Reach]], page 286</ref> | ||
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