Question

When a neutron is bombarded on an atom of uranium _______ neutrons

generated in this process.

A. 1. B. 2. C. 3. D. 4.​

Answer 1

3 neutrons are generated when a neutron is bombarded on an atom of uranium.

Explanation:

• The process of splitting of a nucleus is called nuclear fission and is used in nuclear power reactors
• When uranium is bombarded with a neutron, the nucleus splits into two smaller nuclei (daughter nuclei)
• three neutrons are released along with some kinetic energy .
• Additional neutrons released may hit other uranium and can cause it to split.
• this may lead to a chain reaction.
• chain reaction in the nuclear reactors is done in a controlled manner to stop moving it too quickly.