The Smallest Amount of Radioactive Material That Will Support a Self-Sustained

question 44

Multiple Choice

The smallest amount of radioactive material that will support a self-sustained reaction is called the

• A) moderator.
• B) critical mass.
• C) molar mass.
• D) supercritical mass.
• E) subcritical mass.

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