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JAMB Physics 2014 Question 44

Question 44

Radioactivity and Nuclear Physics

What type of reaction is represented by the equation 21X + 21X → 32Y + 10n + energy ?

  1. A.Fusion.
  2. B.Fission.
  3. C.Chain.
  4. D.Ionization.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Fusion.)

Explanation

Two light nuclei join to make a heavier nucleus and release energy. Joining of light nuclei is nuclear fusion.