Question

reaction is performed in nuclear power plants to produce electricity.

• A. Nuclear fusion
• B. Nuclear fission
• C. Radioactive decay

Answer 1

The correct option is B Nuclear fission

The nuclear fission produces a tremendous amount of energy which is used to produce steam that can rotate turbines thereby generating electricity. Radioactive decay is a spontaneous process with lesser energy output. Nuclear fusion requires high temperature and pressure, and has only been observed and possible in stars.