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General Knowledge · Q1352

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Competitive Exams · General Knowledge · question 1352

Q1352

Name the process of production of energy in the Sun

A.
Nuclear fission
B.
Radioactivity
C.
Nuclear fusion
Answer
D.
Ionization

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The sun generates energy from a process called nuclear fusion. During nuclear fusion, the high pressure and temperature in the sun's core cause nuclei to separate from their electrons. Hydrogen nuclei fuse to form one helium atom. During the fusion process, radiant energy is released.