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What is induced fission?.
- A.The splitting of a heavy nucleus into smaller nuclei when bombarded by a neutron.
- B.The fusion of light nuclei to form a heavier nucleus.
- C.The decay of a radioactive isotope into a stable element.
- D.The process of neutron capture by a nucleus without subsequent fission.
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- The splitting of a heavy nucleus into smaller nuclei when bombarded by a neutron.
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Induced fission refers to the process where a heavy nucleus splits into smaller nuclei upon absorbing a neutron, releasing energy in the process. This is a key concept in nuclear physics, particularly in the context of nuclear reactors.
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