Nuclear fusion involves combining light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, releasing vast amounts of energy, as seen in stars like the Sun. Nuclear fission involves splitting heavy atomic nuclei into lighter nuclei, also releasing energy, which is the process used in nuclear power plants.
Consider the following statements: 1. In nuclear fusion, energy is released when atoms are combined or fused together to form a larger atom. This is how the sun produces energy. 2. In nuclear fission, atoms are split apart to form smaller atoms, releasing energy. Nuclear power plants use nuclear fission to produce electricity. Evaluate the statements
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 2 2023 · Topic: Nuclear Physics (Nuclear fusion: stellar energy processes, controlled thermonuclear fusion.)
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