What is produced in the proton-proton chain?
A)two hydrogen nuclei, a single helium nucleus and energy in the form of visible light
B)four hydrogen nuclei and energy in the form of gamma rays
C)a helium nucleus and energy in the form of gamma rays
D)two hydrogen nuclei and energy in the form of visible light

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The proton-proton chain is a fusion reaction that occurs in the core of the sun. It involves the fusion of hydrogen nuclei (protons) to form a helium nucleus. The reaction produces energy in the form of gamma rays, which eventually get converted into visible light as they move outwards from the core. Therefore, the correct answer is C, which states that the proton-proton chain produces a helium nucleus and energy in the form of gamma rays.

What Is Produced in the Proton-Proton Chain