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Which of the following statements best describes a difference between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion reactions?

Nuclei split during fission and combine during fusion.
Fission forms heavier elements, and fusion forms lighter elements.
Fission generates potential energy, and fusion generates kinetic energy.
Nuclei gain electrons during fission and release electrons during fusion.

Explanation

Answer: A - Nuclei split during fission and combine during fusion.

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