Chain Reaction 16


Chain Reaction 16 : Self-perpetuating reaction. In a fission chain reaction, a fissile nucleus absorbs a neutron, splits and simultaneously releases several neutrons (in the case of U-235 an average of 2.46). These neutrons can be absorbed in turn by other fissile nuclei, initiate fissions and release other neutrons. Principle of a chain reaction
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