Lesson: Nuclear Fission Physics • 9th Grade

In this lesson, we will learn how to describe the process of nuclear fission and how nuclear fission reactors work.

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Q1:

An atomic nucleus in the core of a nuclear reactor is struck by a neutron, causing it to split into two smaller nuclei and release several neutrons. What is the name of this process?

Q2:

Which of the following correctly describes the process of induced nuclear fission?

Q3:

Which of the following correctly describes the process of spontaneous nuclear fission?