For producing fission in 92U²³⁸, we need?

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  1. A. Slow neutron
  2. B. Electron
  3. C. Proton
  4. D. Fast neutron

Correct answer

Electron

Explanation

Explanation To induce fission in Uranium-238 (²³⁸U), you need Fast neutrons. Fast Neutrons: Fast neutrons have sufficient kinetic energy to overcome the repulsive forces withi n the nucleus and initiate fission

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