When Two Atomic Nuclei Come Together to Form a New

question 29

Multiple Choice

When two atomic nuclei come together to form a new species of atom, this is called

• A) nuclear fission.
• B) nuclear recombination.
• C) nuclear splitting.
• D) nuclear fusion.
• E) ionization.

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Definitions:

Delta Waves

Brain waves that are most prominent during deep sleep and are characterized by their slow frequency.

Stage 4 Sleep

Stage 4 Sleep, also known as delta sleep or deep sleep, is a stage of sleep characterized by slow brainwaves and minimal body activity, where restorative and growth processes occur.

REM Behavior Disorder

A rare disorder in which the mechanism that blocks the movement of the voluntary muscles fails, allowing the person to thrash around and even get up and act out nightmares.

EEG Record

A graphical record of electrical activity in the brain, measured by electrodes placed on the scalp, used in diagnosing neurological conditions and in neuroscience research.