Fission Flashcards
1
Q
When does nuclear fission occur
A
It occcurs when an atomic nucleus splits into two or more smaller nuclei (typically due to absorption of a neutron)
2
Q
What are fissile nucleides
A
Nuclides that are capable of undergoing fission and one that can sustain a nuclear chain reaction
3
Q
The energy required to separate a nucleus into two individual nucleons is called
A
Nuclear binding energy
