The overall proton-proton cycle is equivalent to: A)2¹H $\rightarrow$²H B)4¹H $\rightarrow$⁴H C)4¹H $\rightarrow$⁴H +4n D)4¹H + 2e^- $\rightarrow$ ⁴He + 2 v + 6 $\gamma$ E)4¹H + 2e⁺ $\rightarrow$ ⁴He + 2 v

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The correct choice represents the overall proton-proton (p-p) cycle in stars, where four protons (hydrogen nuclei) are converted into a helium nucleus, two positrons (e+), two neutrinos (ν), and energy in the form of gamma rays (γ). This process includes the fusion of hydrogen into helium, the emission of positrons during the conversion of protons into neutrons, and the release of neutrinos and gamma rays as by-products.

The Overall Proton-Proton Cycle Is Equivalent To: A)21H →\rightarrow→ 2H B)41H →\rightarrow→

The Overall Proton-Proton Cycle Is Equivalent To:
A)2¹H $\rightarrow$ ²H
B)4¹H $\rightarrow$