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tsand2

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The nuclear synthesis of plutonium-239 was an important part of the effort to build an atomic bomb during World War II because
 
  A) plutonium-239 is required to cause uranium-235 to fission.
  B) plutonium-239 is fissionable.
  C) plutonium-239 has a longer half-life than uranium-235.
  D) of all of these reasons

Question 2

In purchasing a shampoo or laundry detergent it is always best to buy the most expensive product.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


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ankilker

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Reply #1 on: Aug 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

FALSE


tsand2

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Reply 2 on: Aug 27, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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