1. Massive amounts of destructive energy are released when a nuclear fission bomb explodes. Where does that energy come from?

A. A chain reaction occurs when uranium atoms split, releasing nuclear energy.

B. Hydrogen atoms fuse together into helium, releasing nuclear energy.

C. Molecules break down, releasing chemical energy.

D. Molecules are created, releasing chemical energy.

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Jovan Madden

27 August, 12:58

1. Massive amounts of destructive energy are released when a nuclear fission bomb explodes. Where does that energy come from?

A. A chain reaction occurs when uranium atoms split, releasing nuclear energy.

B. Hydrogen atoms fuse together into helium, releasing nuclear energy.

C. Molecules break down, releasing chemical energy.

D. Molecules are created, releasing chemical energy.

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Raymond Moyer · Answer 1

The energy came from:

A. chain reaction occurs when uranium atoms split, releasing nuclear energy.

Now, scientists used this chain reaction to produce enough heat that is used to generate electricity.