A Chain Reaction Can Occur

question 58

Multiple Choice

A chain reaction can occur

• A)in any uranium core.
• B)when critical mass is reached.
• C)when critical mass is exceeded.
• D)in the center of the Sun.
• E)when the coolant is too hot.

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