Which Element Has the Lowest Mass Per Nuclear Particle and Therefore

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which element has the lowest mass per nuclear particle and therefore cannot release energy by either fusion or fission?

• A) hydrogen
• B) oxygen
• C) silicon
• D) iron

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Definitions:

Measured Variable

A variable in research that is quantified or measured directly by the researcher, as opposed to being manipulated or controlled.

Independent Variable

In a study, the factor that is intentionally altered to determine its impact on the outcome variable.

Dependent Variable

In an experimental setup, the variable being tested and measured, expected to change as a result of manipulations to the independent variable.

Variability

The degree of spread or dispersion within a set of data points or values, reflecting how much the data points differ from each other.