Which of the Following Scenarios Correctly Demonstrates the Transformation of Mass

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following scenarios correctly demonstrates the transformation of mass into energy as given by Einstein's equation,E = mc²?

• A)When hydrogen is fused into helium,whether in the Sun or in a nuclear bomb,the mass difference is turned into energy.
• B)An object accelerated to a great speed has a lot of kinetic energy.
• C)A mass raised to a great height has a lot of gravitational potential energy.
• D)When you boil a pot of water,it has a high heat content,or thermal energy.
• E)A burning piece of wood produces light and heat,therefore giving off radiative and thermal energy.

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PVC

Polyvinyl chloride, a synthetic plastic polymer used in a wide array of products, including pipes, cables, and clothing.

Poly(Vinyl Chloride)

A synthetic plastic polymer commonly known as PVC, widely used in construction, pipes, and as insulation for electrical wires due to its durability.

Monomer

A small molecule that can bind chemically to other monomers to form a polymer.

Polyethylene

A polymer made from the polymerization of ethylene, used in a wide array of products, including plastic bags, films, and containers.