Question
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An illustration shows a nuclear fission reaction in which a neutron hits a uranium nucleus. The uranium nucleus breaks into two smaller nuclei. Three additional neutrons and energy are released in the process.
Which statement best describes the charges of the particles involved?
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A neutral particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more neutral and positive particles.
A neutral particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more neutral and positive particles.
A neutral particle is striking a negative particle, breaking it into more neutral and negative particles.
A neutral particle is striking a negative particle, breaking it into more neutral and negative particles.
A positive particle is striking a neutral particle, breaking it into more positive and neutral particles.
A positive particle is striking a neutral particle, breaking it into more positive and neutral particles.
A negative particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more negative and positive particles.
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