A fusion reaction releases energy because the binding energy of the resulting nucleus

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Jamal Stuart

22 February, 02:45

A fusion reaction releases energy because the binding energy of the resulting nucleus

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Reyna Solis · Answer 1

True.

Explanation:

In fusion reactions the lighter elements combined to form the heavier ones. Binding energy is the energy which bounds these lighter nuclei together. During the fusion process the energy released because of the binding energy which is the key feature of the nuclear matter.

A fusion reaction releases energy because the binding energy of the resulting nucleusTrue/False

A fusion reaction releases energy because the binding energy of the resulting nucleus

True/False