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When a neutron is bombarded on an atom of uranium ____________ neutrons generated in this process.

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When a neutron is bombarded on an atom of uranium, ____________ neutrons generated in this process.

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  • 3

  • 4

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When a neutron is bombarded on an atom of uranium, 3 neutrons generated in this process.

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Chapter 5: Towards Green Energy - Choose the correct option [Page 5]

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