Joining Two Lightweight Atomic Nuclei into a Single Heavier Nucleus

question 30

Multiple Choice

Joining two lightweight atomic nuclei into a single heavier nucleus is called:

• A) enrichment.
• B) fusion.
• C) fission.
• D) atom exchange.
• E) the nuclear fuel cycle.

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Definitions:

Arguments

A set of reasons or evidence in support of a conclusion, presented in order to persuade or explain.

Accepting

The act of receiving or consenting to something as satisfactory or true.

Position

A stance or viewpoint adopted by an individual or organization on a particular issue or topic.

Inductive Argument

A form of reasoning in which the premises seek to supply strong evidence for (not absolute proof of) the truth of the conclusion.