Nuclear Processes Unit Test
Question
Use the diagram to answer the question.
An illustration shows a nuclear fission reaction in which a neutron hits a uranium nucleus. The uranium nucleus breaks into two smaller nuclei. Three additional neutrons and energy are released in the process.
Which statement best describes the charges of the particles involved?
(1 point)
Responses
A negative particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more negative and positive particles.
A negative particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more negative and positive particles.
A neutral particle is striking a negative particle, breaking it into more neutral and negative particles.
A neutral particle is striking a negative particle, breaking it into more neutral and negative particles.
A neutral particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more neutral and positive particles.
A neutral particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more neutral and positive particles.
A positive particle is striking a neutral particle, breaking it into more positive and neutral particles.
The correct answer is:
A neutral particle is striking a positive particle, breaking it into more neutral and positive particles.