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Nuclear Energy

Question 89615 • S1S: Chemistry B (E4912 - AG)

What are the products of a fission reaction? Check all that apply.lighter atomsenergy heavier atomsneutronsprotons

Answer
A
lighter atoms
B
energy
C
heavier atoms
D
neutrons
E
protons

Explanation

In nuclear fission, a heavy atomic nucleus splits into smaller, lighter atoms. The reaction releases energy and usually sends out neutrons as well. It does not produce heavier atoms or individual protons as the standard products of fission.

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