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Which element is nuclear fusion least likely to produce?

A
hydrogen, which has an approximate mass of 1
B
chlorine, which has an approximate mass of 35
C
argon, which has an approximate mass of 39
D
silicon, which has an approximate mass of 28
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Which equation demonstrates that nuclear fusion forms elements that are heavier than helium?

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How does critical mass play a role in nuclear reactions?

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It is the minimum amount of material needed to start a fission reaction.
B
It is the minimum amount of material needed to start a fusion reaction.
C
It is the minimum amount of material needed to sustain a fission reaction.
D
It is the minimum amount of material needed to sustain a fusion reaction.
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Which best describes nuclear fission?

A
A nucleus spontaneously splits and absorbs energy.
B
Two nuclei spontaneously combine and absorb energy.
C
A nucleus collides with a neutron and splits, releasing energy.
D
Nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.

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