Modeling Fusion and Fission Quick Check
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Question
Which statement best summarizes the way the sun produces energy?(1 point)
Responses
Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
Combustion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy.
Combustion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy.
Combustion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
Combustion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
Fusion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy.
Fusion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy.
Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
The correct statement is: Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
The correct answer is: Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.
To determine the answer, we first need to understand what fusion and fission are:
1. Fusion reactions: These involve the combining of two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus. This process releases a large amount of energy.
2. Fission reactions: These involve the splitting of a heavy atomic nucleus into two or more lighter nuclei. This process also releases a large amount of energy.
Now, let's consider the options provided:
A. Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy. This option states that fusion reactions in the sun produce energy by converting small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy. This aligns with our understanding of how fusion reactions work.
B. Combustion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy. Combustion reactions involve the reaction between a fuel and oxygen to release energy. However, the sun does not produce energy through combustion reactions, so this option is incorrect.
C. Combustion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy. Similar to option B, this option suggests that the sun produces energy through combustion reactions, which is incorrect.
D. Fusion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy. While fusion reactions do release energy, they do not release it in the form of chemical energy. This option is incorrect.
By process of elimination, we can conclude that the correct statement is option A: Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.