A chain reaction results when a uranium atom is struck by a(n) ______ released by a nearby Uranium atom undergoing fission.

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Irmak · Answer 1 · 2021-12-15T19:12:37+0000

Answer:

neutron

Step-by-step explanation:

A chain reaction takes place according to the following steps:

A neutron is absorbed by a Uranium atom which causes a fission reaction where, two new atoms of Uranium are created U-238 and U-235. This also releases three neutrons.
The U-238 atom absorbs one neutron and the reaction stops. While the U-235 atom absorbs the other neutron and continues the reaction as in the above step.