Which Statement Is NOT Correct? During Primordial Nucleosynthesis

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which statement is NOT correct? During primordial nucleosynthesis,

• A)neutrons and protons fused together to form deuterons.
• B)deuterons fused together to form alpha particles.
• C)more stable nuclides were formed from less stable nuclides.
• D)gamma rays were produced.
• E)colliding pairs of electrons annihilated each other.

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Definitions:

Peritoneum

A serous membrane lining the cavity of the abdomen and covering the abdominal organs, providing support and reducing friction.

Pericardium

The double-layered sac containing the heart and the roots of the great vessels, providing protection and support to the heart.

Thyroid Cartilage

A large cartilage that forms the anterior wall of the larynx and provides support and protection; commonly known as the Adam's apple.

Cricoid Cartilage

The ring-shaped cartilage of the larynx, located below the thyroid cartilage, serving as a point of attachment for muscles, ligaments, and membranes involved in opening and closing the airway and in speech production.