A chain reaction is one that:
A)involves a series of steps.
B)involves two steps of equal activation energy.
C)is one that can be initiated by light.
D)involves a series of steps,each of which generates a reactive intermediate that brings about the next step.
E)involves free radicals that have an unusual stability and thereby cause a large quantum yield.

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A chain reaction involves a series of steps, each of which generates a reactive intermediate that brings about the next step. This process is characterized by propagation steps that generate reactive intermediates, usually free radicals, which then react with another species to generate more of that reactive intermediate.

A Chain Reaction Is One That