Carla sees an equation that models a nuclear change. 1 squared cap h plus 1 cubed cap h to 2 to the 4th power He plus 0 to the 1th power n Which nuclear process does the equation illustrate?
Answer
A
nuclear fission, because the equation shows two hydrogen nuclei combining to form a helium nucleus
B
nuclear fusion, because the equation shows two hydrogen nuclei combining to form a helium nucleus
C
nuclear fusion, because the equation shows a hydrogen nucleus breaking apart and releasing a neutron
D
nuclear fission, because the equation shows a hydrogen nucleus breaking apart and releasing a neutron