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What are the starting materials for nuclear fission?
two small nuclei
two large nuclei
a neutron and a large nucleus
a neutron and a small nucleus
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a neutron and a large nucleus
Explanation: Nuclear fission normally occurs when a heavy (large) nucleus (e.g., U-235 or Pu-239) absorbs a neutron, becomes unstable, and splits into smaller nuclei plus additional neutrons and energy.
Explanation: Nuclear fission normally occurs when a heavy (large) nucleus (e.g., U-235 or Pu-239) absorbs a neutron, becomes unstable, and splits into smaller nuclei plus additional neutrons and energy.
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