Question 1
Elements with ________ atomic mass are best possible candidates for a
fission reaction.
◦ very heavy
◦ moderate
◦ moderate to heavy
◦ very low
Question 2
Four heavy elements (A, B, C, and D) will fission when bombarded by neutrons. In addition to fissioning into two smaller elements, A also gives off a beta particle, B gives off gamma rays, C gives off neutrons, and D gives off alpha particles. Which element would make a possible fuel for a nuclear reactor?
◦ element A
◦ element B
◦ element C
◦ element D