Which of the following is the correct definition of nuclear energy? A. energy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as electrons or ions B. energy an object has because of its motion or position C. energy produced from the splitting of atoms D. energy stored in chemical bonds of molecules

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Kiera Copeland

29 October, 15:26

Which of the following is the correct definition of nuclear energy? A. energy resulting from the flow of charged particles, such as electrons or ions B. energy an object has because of its motion or position C. energy produced from the splitting of atoms D. energy stored in chemical bonds of molecules

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Norah Villa · Answer 1

C - energy produced from the splitting of atoms.

Nuclear energy is produced by splitting of atoms, and the other choices are all incorrect, or do not state what nuclear energy is specifically.

Kyan · Answer 2

Answer: C. Energy produced from the spitting of atoms.

Explanation: Nuclear energy comes from splitting atoms in a reactor to heat water into steam, turn a turbine and generate electricity.