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What kind of energy is stored in the nucleus of an atom?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Kinetic energy

  3. Nuclear energy

  4. Geothermal energy

The correct answer is: Nuclear energy

Nuclear energy is the only type of energy stored in the nucleus of an atom. Solar energy is a form of energy that comes from the sun, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion. Geothermal energy is the heat from the Earth's core. None of these other options apply to the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom.