Comment on Why are quantum computers these gorgeous golden chandelier
Munkisquisher@lemmy.nz 2 months agoIt’s also one of the most abundant elements in the universe
Comment on Why are quantum computers these gorgeous golden chandelier
Munkisquisher@lemmy.nz 2 months agoIt’s also one of the most abundant elements in the universe
TranquilTurbulence@lemmy.zip 2 months ago
But it is difficult to acquire here on earth.
As uranium and thorium naturally decay underground, they produce some helium as well. That’s why you can literally make a helium mine. On earth it’s also a finite resource, because once released into the atmosphere, it will eventually escape the atmosphere and end up in space.