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Physics Atomic and Nuclear Physics Nucleus, Nuclear Reaction MCQ (Single Correct)

If mass of the fissionable material is less than the critical mass, then

A
fission and chain reactions both are impossible
B
fission is possible but chain reaction is impossible
C
fission is impossible but chain reaction is possible
D
fission and chain reaction both are possible.

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The correct answer is:
B

To start chain reaction mass should be greater than or equal to critical mass.

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