Which two statements below correctly describe nuclear reactions? Choose the 2 correct statements.

a
Nuclear reactions involve the breaking and reforming of chemical bonds.
b
Nuclear reactions involve changes in the nucleus of an atom.
c
During nuclear reactions, the atoms of one element are often converted into atoms of another element.
d
In a nuclear reaction, atoms keep their identity even though they lose, gain, or share valence electrons to form new compounds.

b

Nuclear reactions involve changes in the nucleus of an atom.

c
During nuclear reactions, the atoms of one element are often converted into atoms of another element.