In the Proton- Proton Cycle, the Helium Atom and Neutrino

question 11

Multiple Choice

In the proton- proton cycle, the helium atom and neutrino have less mass than the original hydrogen. What happens to the "lost" mass?

• A) It is transformed into electrons.
• B) It is recycled back into hydrogen.
• C) It is converted to energy.
• D) It is ejected into space.
• E) Conservation of mass dictates no mass can be lost.

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