How Can a Chain Reaction Be Controlled
In order to sustain a nuclear chain reaction, every fission event must lead to exactly one more fission event. The most convenient nuclear species to use for nuclear chain reactions is a fissile isotope of uranium, 235U. When 235U undergoes fission, it gives off, on average, ~2.5 neutrons per fission event.

Why is it important to control a chain reaction?

nuclear fission

repeat the sequence, causing a chain reaction in which a large number of nuclei undergo fission and an enormous amount of energy is released. If controlled in a nuclear reactor, such a chain reaction can provide power for society’s benefit.

What is a controlled chain reaction Class 12?

Answer. 111.6k+ views. 5.6k+ likes. Hint: The principle of controlled chain reaction is the process in which the continuous fissions of nuclei take place. Fission is the process of splitting a nucleus into two different nuclei, when it is bombarded with high energy particles.

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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