Question

Two almost stationary deuterium nuclei H_2 can fuse to form a tritium nucleus H_3 and a proton. This releases energy of 6.4 X 10^(-13) J. In what form is the energy released?

a) Mechanical energy

b) Potential energy

c) Kinetic energy

d) Nuclear energy

Answer 1

The energy released in the fusion of deuterium nuclei is in the form of nuclear energy, resulting from the transformation of mass into energy.

Step-by-step explanation:

The energy released in the fusion of two almost stationary deuterium nuclei H2 to form a tritium nucleus H3 and a proton is in the form of nuclear energy. Nuclear fusion involves the conversion of a small amount of mass into energy, as described by Einstein's equation E = mc2. The release of 6.4 x 10-13 J of energy in this fusion reaction indicates the transformation of the mass lost into energy.