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Origin and Evolution of the Universe — Quiz

Question 16 • Physics

Which shows the correct order of events during the process of nucleosynthesis?

Answer
A
hydrogen nucleus formed, isotope of hydrogen, tritium formed, helium nucleus formed
B
helium nucleus formed, hydrogen nucleus formed, isotope of hydrogen, tritium formed
C
hydrogen nucleus formed, helium nucleus formed, isotope of hydrogen, tritium formed
D
helium nucleus formed, isotope of hydrogen, tritium formed, hydrogen nucleus formed

Explanation

The sequence begins with hydrogen nuclei (protons). Some combine with neutrons to form deuterium, an isotope of hydrogen; further reactions produce tritium, another hydrogen isotope, and then helium nuclei. So the order is hydrogen nucleus, hydrogen isotope, tritium, helium nucleus: choice A.

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