Question

in a nuclear reaction, energy is released by the combination of two elements into a new element. this process is an example of

Answer 1

19.   In a nuclear reaction, energy is released by the combination of two elements into a new element. This process is an example of  

     

  A. nuclear fission.  

  B. nuclear fusion.  

  C. artificial disintegration.  

  D. natural radioactivity

Answer B

Answer 2

The correct answer to this question is that nucleaur fusion is the nuclear reaction in which energy is released by the combination of two elements, after which they become a new element. Nuclear fusion is the process through which two aroms are bonded, and therefore form a different, heavier nucleus.