Multiple choice

What does the word "nuclear" mean?

  1. having to do with the nucleus of an atom

  2. having to do with explosions

  3. having to do with bright lights

  4. having to do with hot temperatures
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Explanation

The term nuclear refers to the nucleus of an atom. Nuclear reactions, such as fusion and fission, involve changes to the atomic nucleus.

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