What happens in nuclear fusion?

A.

Neutrons strike an atom and split it into multiple smaller particles.

B.

Atoms and subatomic particles combine and release a large amount of energy.

C.

Neutrons turn into protons in a process known as transmutation.

D.

A large atom releases a helium nucleus in a process known as alpha decay.

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Chemistry

Madalyn Armstrong

30 March, 16:35

What happens in nuclear fusion?

A.

Neutrons strike an atom and split it into multiple smaller particles.

B.

Atoms and subatomic particles combine and release a large amount of energy.

C.

Neutrons turn into protons in a process known as transmutation.

D.

A large atom releases a helium nucleus in a process known as alpha decay.

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Answers (2)

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Rowan Barron · Answer 1

The answer is (B) hope you get a 100

Peyton Downs · Answer 2

Answer: The correct answer is Option B.

Explanation:

There are two types of nuclear reactions:

Nuclear fission reaction: This is defined as the reaction in which a heavier nuclei splits into two or more smaller nuclei with release of energy. Nuclear fusion reaction: This is defined as the reaction in which two or more smaller nuclei combines to form a heavier nuclei and releases a huge amount of energy.

From the given options, the correct answer is Option B.