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The process by which a large nucleus si split into two smaller nuclei.<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Physical Science''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1999, 2000</ref>
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The process by which a large nucleus is split into two smaller nuclei.<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Physical Science''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1999, 2000</ref>
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The fission of a nucleus releases an enormous amount of energy, and forms the basis for an atomic bomb.  Fission also releases neutrons which can then impact and cause other nuclei to split, causing a chain reaction. 
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A critical mass of radioactive material is required to begin this chain reaction, and nations attempt to keep that critical mass out of the hands of terrorists and rogue nations.
    
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