Question

multiple - choice question
why do both nuclear and chemical changes occur?
to make the protons and electons equal
to make atoms more stable
to release huge amounts of elergy

Explanation:

• In nuclear changes, unstable nuclei undergo processes (like radioactive decay) to become more stable. For example, an atom with an unstable nucleus may emit particles or radiation to reach a more stable state.
• In chemical changes, atoms interact to form more stable arrangements. Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration (such as a full outer shell, similar to noble gases).

Answer:

To make atoms more stable