The Energy Radiated by a Star, Such as the Sun

question 12

Multiple Choice

The energy radiated by a star, such as the Sun, results from

• A)beta decay.
• B)alpha decay.
• C)fission reactions.
• D)fusion reactions.
• E)gravitational collapse.

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