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Reactions that involve nuclei, called nuclear reactions, result in a tremendous amount of energy. Two types are fission and fusion.

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Q: How is a nuclear fission reaction controlled in a nuclear reaction?
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It is a device where a controlled nuclear fission chain reaction occurs.


What is meant by nuclear reactor?

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How is a nuclear fission reaction controlled in nuclear reactor?

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does nuclear fission produce energy?

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Can Nuclear fission be controlled?

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