Question

which statement best summarizes the way the sun produces energy? (1 point) fusion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy. fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy. combustion reactions in the sun release large amounts of chemical energy. combustion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.

Explanation:

The sun produces energy through fusion reactions. In these reactions, small amounts of matter are converted into large amounts of energy according to Einstein's mass - energy equivalence principle ($E = mc^{2}$). Combustion is a chemical process and not the source of the sun's energy.

Answer:

Fusion reactions in the sun convert small amounts of matter into large amounts of energy.