Which of the Following Statements About Chain Reactions Is True

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about chain reactions is true?

• A)The key requirement for a chain reaction is that more neutrons are produced than are absorbed.
• B)Three or more neutrons must be released to sustain a chain reaction.
• C)Only uranium isotopes are capable of supporting a chain reaction.
• D)It is not possible to stop or control a chain reaction once it has been started.
• E)A chain reaction will only take place when a critical mass of material has been assembled.

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