Question 597: Atoms & Nuclei

Question

Which of the following are suitable for the fusion process ?

Accepted Answer

The nuclei of light elements have a lower
binding energy than that for the elements of
intermediate mass. They are therefore less stable;
consequently the fusion of the light elements results
in more stable nucleus.

Answer

light nuclei

Answer

heavy nuclei

Answer

element lying in the middle of the periodic table

Answer

middle elements, which are lying on binding energy curve.

Atoms & Nuclei

Which of the following are suitable for the fusion process ?

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