A neutron makes a better nuclear bullet than a proton or an electron because it
A)has the greatest mass.
B)carries no electrical charge.
C)can be accelerated by electromagnetic fields.
D)all of the above

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Neutrons carry no electrical charge, which allows them to penetrate the electrostatic defenses of an atom's nucleus more easily than charged particles like protons or electrons. This property makes them more effective in initiating nuclear reactions.

A Neutron Makes a Better Nuclear Bullet Than a Proton