The Term Critical Mass Refers to the Least Amount of Mass

question 67

Multiple Choice

The term critical mass refers to the least amount of mass that can

• A)sustain a chain reaction.
• B)squelch a chain reaction.
• C)explode when rapidly brought against a neighboring piece.
• D)none of the above

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