| fission product |
An atom or nucleus that results from the fission of a larger nucleus.
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| fission |
The division of an atomic nucleus into parts of comparable mass. Generally speaking, fission may occur only in heavier nuclei, such as isotopes of uranium and plutonium. Atomic bombs derive energy from the fission of uranium or plutonium.
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| fission product |
Any isotope created by the fission of a heavy element. Fission products are usually radioactive.
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| fission |
The splitting of the nucleus of an element into fragments. Heavy elements such as uranium or plutonium release energy when fissioned.
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| fission |
The process whereby an atomic nucleus of suitable material is split into (generally) two nuclei of lighter elements with the release of substantial amounts of energy and two or more neutrons.
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