What determines a single inherited trait of an indiviual ? a. one pair of many pairs of genes
b. a disrupted cell cycle
c. one half of the replicated DNA stand
d. amino acids joined to form proteins

The answer is A.

The pair of genes from the parent determines what trait the offspring inherits.

answer is: nuclear fusion produces elements that are heavier than helium.

nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.  

for example, fusion of hydrogen atoms at the sun.  

this fusion nuclear reaction is in the inner core of the sun and hydrogen (atomic number 1) is conveted into helium (atomic number 2).  

the inner core is the central region of the sun and all solar energy is produced in the core by nuclear fusion.