In the fusion reaction know as the proton - proton chain, 6 hydrogen nuclei are combined to form 1 helium nucleus and 2 hydrogen nuclei. Where does the energy come from?
Answer
a. the mass that is lost during the reaction is converted into energy
b. electron degeneracy pressure
c. friction from the hydrogen nuclei rubbing together
d. all of the above
Answer
a. the mass that is lost during the reaction is converted into energy
b. electron degeneracy pressure
c. friction from the hydrogen nuclei rubbing together
d. all of the above