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Which particles are primarily involved in the process of induced fission?.
- A.Electrons and positrons
- B.Neutrons and heavy nuclei
- C.Protons and alpha particles
- D.Gamma rays and beta particles
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- Neutrons and heavy nuclei
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Induced fission primarily involves neutrons colliding with heavy nuclei, such as uranium-235 or plutonium-239, leading to the nucleus splitting into smaller fragments and releasing energy.
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