The combining of two lighter nuclei to produce a heavier, more stable nucleus is known as _____.

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The combining of two lighter nuclei to produce a heavier, more stable nucleus is known as nuclear fusion. This process releases a significant amount of energy, as seen in the process that powers the sun. Options A, B, C, and D all refer to different types of nuclear decay, which involve the splitting or altering of existing nuclei, rather than the creation of a new, heavier nucleus through fusion.

The Combining of Two Lighter Nuclei to Produce a Heavier