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Question 8 • Physical Science

Which refers to the continuous release of nuclear energy caused when one fission reaction triggers more nuclear reactions?

Answer
A
trigger effect
B
energy effect
C
fusion reaction
D
chain reaction

Explanation

In a nuclear chain reaction, neutrons released by one fission reaction cause other nuclei to split. Those fission reactions release more neutrons, sustaining the process and releasing energy continuously. “Chain reaction” is choice A.

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