Question

The joining of two smaller nuclei to form one larger nucleus is called...

Select one:
a. alpha decay.
b. beta decay.
c. nuclear fusion.
d. nuclear fission

Answer 1

C, nuclear fusion Nuclear fusion is the joining of two nuclei to form a heavier nuclei. The reaction is followed either by a release or absorption of energy. Fusion of nuclei with lower mass than iron releases energy while fusion of nuclei heavier than iron generally absorbs energy.

Answer 2

according to my calculations the answer to this question seems to be “C”