Decide if each description is describing nuclear fission or nuclear fusion. Column A 1. Occurs when lighter nuclei combine to produce a more stable nucleus of greater mass.: Occurs when lighter nuclei combine to produce a more stable nucleus of greater mass. 2. Occurs when a heavy nucleus is split into two smaller, more stable nuclei.: Occurs when a heavy nucleus is split into two smaller, more stable nuclei. 3. Used in nuclear power plants to create electricity.: Used in nuclear power plants to create electricity. 4. Occurs in the sun and other stars.: Occurs in the sun and other stars. Column B a.Nuclear fusion b.Nuclear fission

Answer 1

1. a - Nuclear fusion
2. b - Nuclear fission
3. b - Nuclear fission
4. a - Nuclear fusion