The energy generated by the Sun is released by the _______ to make _______ nuclei.
A)fusion of H nuclei; He
B)fusion of He nuclei; H
C)fission of H nuclei; He
D)fission of He nuclei; H

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The energy generated by the Sun is released by the fusion of hydrogen nuclei (H) to make helium nuclei (He). This process is called nuclear fusion and it is the main source of energy for the Sun and other stars. Option B is incorrect because it suggests the fusion of He nuclei to make H, which is not possible. Options C and D involve nuclear fission, which is not a process that occurs in the Sun.

The Energy Generated by the Sun Is Released by the _______