A2.9 kg model rocket accelerates at 15.3 m/s2 with a force of 44 n. before launch, the model rocket was not moving. after the solid rocket engine ignited, hot gases were pushed out from the rocket engine nozzle and propelled the rocket toward the sky.

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.