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What particles are held together in the nucleus by the strong nuclear force?

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Neutrons and protons are held together in the nucleus by the strong nuclear force.

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What is the process called when a large nucleus splits into two smaller nuclei?

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Fission is the process where a large nucleus splits into two smaller nuclei.

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What is the process called when two lighter atomic nuclei merge to form a single heavier nucleus?

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Fusion is the process where two lighter atomic nuclei merge to form a single heavier nucleus.

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What does Einstein's equation E=mc² imply about energy and mass?

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Einstein's equation E=mc² implies that energy (E) can be converted into mass (m).

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Which pair of subatomic particles is responsible for the attraction in chemical bonding due to electromagnetic forces?

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Protons and electrons are responsible for the attraction in chemical bonding due to electromagnetic forces.

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What is nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fission is the process of splitting a large atomic nucleus into smaller nuclei, releasing energy.

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What is nuclear fusion?

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Nuclear fusion is the process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.

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What is the strong nuclear force?

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The strong nuclear force is the force that holds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus.

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What is a neutron?

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A neutron is a subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, with no electric charge.

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What is a proton?

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A proton is a positively charged subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom.