Which material constraint arises during deuterium-tritium fusion reactors?

💡 Explanation

Material embrittlement occurs because of neutron activation, weakening the reactor components over time due to high energy particle flux, therefore requiring specialized materials rather than resisting high temperatures, and not surface effects.

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