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3 years ago

What is critical mass?

Chemistry

2 answers:

Alinara [238K]3 years ago

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Answer:

the smallest mass of material that can sustain a chain reaction

Explanation:

Critical mass refers to the smallest possible mass of a fissionable material that can sustain a chain reaction

storchak [24]3 years ago

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Answer:

The answer is C.

Explanation:

Critical mass is the smallest mass of material that can sustain a chain reaction.

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