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Which of the following nuclei can undergo fission?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Nuclear fission and fusion
Question
- A. Hydrogen
- B. Uranium
- C. Helium
- D. Carbon
Answer
Uranium
Explanation
Uranium is a large unstable nucleus that can undergo fission, making it a common fuel in nuclear reactors.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Chain Reactions
Students often confuse a chain reaction with a single fission event, thinking it only involves one fission process.
To fix this, students should focus on the definition of a chain reaction as a series of repeated fission events, where emitted neutrons from one fission event cause further fission in other nuclei.
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