Hank

Chemistry

3 January, 22:39

Match each word to it's correct meaning.

1. chain reaction 2. critical mass 3. fission 4. fusion

A spontaneous or induced reaction that continues to feed itself and keep itself going.

Nuclear reaction producing lighter elements and energy by splitting.

Mass of a nuclear substance that, if combined into one piece, would result in a spontaneous nuclear reaction.

Nuclear reaction producing heavier elements and energy by synthesis.