Which of the following accounts for the maximum energy release in the nuclear fission process ?
Correct answer: D. Kinetic energy of fission products
- A. Kinetic energy of neutrons
- B. Radioactive decay of fission products
- C. Instantaneous release of γ-rays
- D. Kinetic energy of fission products
Explanation
Most fission energy appears immediately as the kinetic energy of the two heavy fission fragments, which rapidly becomes heat in the fuel. Gamma rays, neutrons, and later radioactive decay contribute smaller portions.
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