Recalling that iron lies at the lowest point of the "nuclear energy curve," which of the following nuclear reactions would "release" [that is, convert to other forms] nuclear energy from iron?

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Iron is at the lowest point of the nuclear binding energy curve, meaning it has the most stable nucleus. Neither fission nor fusion of iron would release energy; instead, they would require energy input.

Recalling That Iron Lies at the Lowest Point of the "Nuclear