Detonation of a fission type atomic bomb is started by
A)splitting a small piece of uranium.
B)pressing together several small pieces of uranium.
C)igniting a small thermonuclear bomb.
D)turning on a laser cross fire.
E)none of these

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A fission type atomic bomb is initiated by bringing together sub-critical masses of fissile material, such as uranium-235, to achieve a supercritical mass, which starts a chain reaction.

Detonation of a Fission Type Atomic Bomb Is Started by