Question

Compared to chemical reactions, most nuclear reactions result in the

OA. formation of new compounds
OB. formation of new elements
O C. formation of new bonds
OD. loss of valence electrons

Answer 1

OB. formation of new elements.

Nuclear reactions involve changes in the nucleus of an atom, such as the splitting of a nucleus or the combining of two nuclei. These reactions can result in the formation of new elements, as the number of protons in the nucleus determines the element. In contrast, chemical reactions involve the rearrangement of electrons between atoms to form new compounds, but do not involve changes to the nucleus.