Question

Which statement accurately describes nuclear fission? (1 point)
Responses

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 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 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 two or more atoms combine chemically.

Answer 1

The statement that accurately describes nuclear fission is:

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