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Energy released in Sun and Stars is due to

A

formation of heavy nuclei by fusion of light nuclei

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B

fission of heavy nuclei into lighter nuclei

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C

combustion of gases

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D

radioactive reactions

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The correct option is A
formation of heavy nuclei by fusion of light nuclei

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