Which statement accurately describes nuclear fission? (1 point)

Responses

Fission is a process in which an unstable nucleus releases matter and energy.
Fission is a process in which an unstable nucleus releases matter and energy.

Fission is a process in which a large nucleus is split into smaller nuclei.
Fission is a process in which a large nucleus is split into smaller nuclei.

Fission is a process in which two or more nuclei combine to form a larger nucleus.
Fission is a process in which two or more nuclei combine to form a larger nucleus.

Fission is a process in which two or more atoms combine chemically.

1 answer

The accurate statement that describes nuclear fission is:

Fission is a process in which a large nucleus is split into smaller nuclei.

This process releases a significant amount of energy, and it is the principle behind nuclear reactors and atomic bombs.