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Nuclear Physics — Test

Question 8 • Physics

Which are associated with nuclear fission but are not associated with nuclear fusion? Choose three correct answers.

Answer
A
neutrons striking nuclei
B
the release of large amounts of energy
C
a single large nucleus breaking apart
D
two small nuclei forming
E
two small nuclei joining together

Explanation

Only A and C describe processes associated with fission but not fusion. In fission, a neutron can strike a nucleus and cause one large nucleus to split apart. Fusion involves small nuclei joining together; both fission and fusion can release large amounts of energy, so B is not exclusive to fission. The question asks for three answers, but based on these choices only two fit.

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