Final answer:
A controlled nuclear chain reaction
Step-by-step explanation:
When most or all of the neutrons released in a fission reaction encounter other nuclei, it results in a controlled nuclear chain reaction. This occurs when the neutrons released in the fission process are absorbed by other uranium or plutonium nuclei, leading to the release of more neutrons and a self-sustaining chain reaction. This process is used in nuclear reactors to generate a controlled release of energy.
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