The Process During Which a Heavy Nucleus Such as Uranium

question 46

Multiple Choice

The process during which a heavy nucleus such as uranium splits into two intermediate-sized nuclei after being struck by a neutron is referred to as

• A)nuclear fission.
• B)nuclear fusion.

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