Multiple choice

Consider the following facts about Nuclear Fusion.

  1. In nuclear fusion, energy is released.
  2. In nuclear fusion, energy is absorbed.

Which of the above is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The process nuclear fusion may release or absorb energy. When the resulting nucleus is lighter than that of iron, energy is normally released; when the resulting nucleus is heavier than that of iron, energy is generally absorbed.

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