16. The force that holds the nucleus of an atom together is called:
a) Electromagnetic force
b) Strong nuclear force
c) Weak nuclear force
d) Gravitational force
17. The process of nuclear fission involves:
a) Combining two atomic nuclei to form a larger nucleus
b) Splitting a heavy atomic nucleus into two smaller nuclei
c) Converting mass into energy
d) Emitting alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays
18. The process of nuclear fusion involves:
a) Combining two atomic nuclei to form a larger nucleus
b) Splitting a heavy atomic nucleus into two smaller nuclei
c) Converting mass into energy
d) Emitting alpha particles, beta particles, or gamma rays
19. The Sun produces energy through the process of:
a) Nuclear fission
b) Nuclear fusion
c) Radioactive decay
d) Alpha decay
20. The symbol “α” represents:
a) Alpha decay
b) Beta decay
c) Gamma decay
d) Neutron decay
