Chain Reaction


 
 
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Chain Reaction

Chain Reactions :

Suppose a slow neutron is absorbed by a nucleus of U-235 in a block of uranium. In the resulting U-236 nucleus fission takes place, and in the process 2 or 3 neutrons are emitted. These neutrons can be absorbed by other U-235 nuclei, starting other fission reactions, from which neutrons are emitted. In this way, the fission reaction continues by itself, without requiring any further external neutrons. One fission triggers another fission, in a self-sustaining sequence of fission reactions.

A reaction that continues on its own as one occurrence of the reaction triggers the next occurrence is called a chain reaction.

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Question : 1

Which of the following are correct ?

(a) A reaction that continues on its own as one occurrence of the reaction triggers the next occurrence is called a chain reaction.

(b) The rate of a chain reaction in the case of U235  can be controlled with materials that absorb protons.

Right Option : A
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Question : 2

In a fission reactions a slow neutron is absorbed by a nucleus of ________________ in a block of uranium .

Right Option : B
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Question : 3

A chain reaction in 1 kg of U-235 will cause the fission of all its _________________ in less than one minute.

Right Option : C
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