MCQ
Energy generation in stars is mainly due to
  • A
    Chemical reactions
  • B
    Fission of heavy nuclei
  • Fusion of light nuclei
  • D
    Fusion of heavy nuclei

Answer

Correct option: C.
Fusion of light nuclei
c
(c) Energy of stars is due to the fusion of light hydrogen nuclei into $He$.

In this process much energy is released.

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