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    Question

    Which of the following is used to initiate nuclear

    fission?
    A Protons Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Neutrons Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Electrons Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Any of the above may be used Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Neutrons are used to initiate nuclear fission reactions. Nuclear fission is either a nuclear reaction or a radioactive decay process in which the nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts. The fission process often produces free neutrons and gamma photons, and releases a very large amount of energy even by the energetic standards of radioactive decay. Hence, option B is correct.

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