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Mechanical Engineering · Q33

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Engineering and GATE · Mechanical Engineering · question 33

Q33

In triggering fission, which types of neutrons are more effective?

A.
Fast
B.
Slow
Answer
C.
In bulk
D.
Static

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
an induced nuclear fission event where a slow-moving neutron is absorbed by the nucleus of a uranium-235 atom, which fissions into two fast-moving lighter elements (fission products) and additional neutrons