The reaction in which neutrons from the fission of one nucleus cause the fission of another nucleus is called:

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The reaction in which neutrons from one fission cause the fission of another nucleus is called a chain reaction. The word "chain" refers to the fact that the reaction can continue in a self-sustaining way as long as there are enough fuel atoms and conditions are met. A chain reaction is commonly used in nuclear power plants and atomic bombs.

The Reaction in Which Neutrons from the Fission of One