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There is an excess of one neutron produced per fragment. These
neutrons can induce further fissions, which means that the process can be
self-sustaining in a chain reaction.
Use this simulation to explore the chain reaction process.
- Adjust the simulation speed with the slider bar.
- Use the drop-down menu to select the number of starting nuclei.
- Click on the checkbox for a higher contrast between 'heavy' nuclei
and the fragments.
- Click the button to restart the simulation.
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Heavy nucleus |
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Fragmented nucleus |
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Neutron |
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