12th Class Physics Nuclear Physics And Radioactivity Question Bank Nuclei Conceptual Problems

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    Why is \[_{92}^{238}\text{U}\] not suitable for chain reaction?                         

    Answer:

                    Only fast moving neutrons of \[\text{12 MeV}\] can cause fission of \[_{92}^{238}\text{U}\] nuclei. But such neutrons have less chances of interaction. They escape the fissionable material without causing fission.


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