Mechanism of Nuclear Fusion
A proposed nuclear power plant is designed to generate energy through nuclear fusion. By which of the following mechanisms will the energy be produced?
A
Protons and electrons interact within a single nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy.
B
Smaller nuclei combine to form a larger nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy.
C
Protons and neutrons interact within a single nucleus, releasing a large amount of energy.
D
A large nucleus splits into smaller nuclei, releasing a large amount of energy.
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