Question

Which of the following will produce more energy in a short time?

• A. Nuclear fission
• B. Nuclear fusion
• C. Both will produce the same amount of energy.
• D. nothing can be decided

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Nuclear fusion

Explanation for the correct option:

Option (B) - Nuclear fusion

1. The process of combining two lighter nuclei into a heavier nucleus is known as nuclear fusion.
2. The energy released by fusion is approximately four times greater than the energy released by fission.

Explanation for the incorrect options:

Option (A) - Nuclear fission

1. Fission involves splitting up a heavier nucleus into lighter fragments.
2. The energy released by fission is approximately four times less than the energy released by fusion.

Option (C) - Both will produce the same amount of energy

Nuclear fusion releases more energy so both can not produce the same amount.

Option (D) - Nothing can be decided

As we know, nuclear fusion releases more energy in a short time so it can be decided.

Hence, option B is the correct answer.