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4.4.1 Nuclear fission
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What is nuclear fission?

What is nuclear fission?

Induced fission of uranium-235: a neutron is absorbed, an unstable uranium-236 nucleus forms, and it splits into krypton-92, barium-141, three neutrons and energy.

4.4.1 Nuclear fission Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons on AQA GCSE Physics 4.4.1 Nuclear fission. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong grip on equations, units and Key Stage 3 fundamentals before tackling the more demanding topics like electromagnetism, the particle model of matter and space physics.

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