Nuclear reactions can be written out in equation form with information about the nuclei that take place in the fusion reaction and the nuclei that are produced. In one to two sentences, explain how you would identify the reaction as fusion, and give two different criteria.(2 points)

One way to identify a fusion reaction is by looking for light nuclei coming together to form a heavier nucleus. Another criteria could be the release of energy in the form of radiation or particles during the reaction.