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The nuclear fission chain reaction is initiated by the particle.

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Proton

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Neutron

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Electron

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Positron

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Solution

The correct option is B Neutron
Neutron
Nuclear fission occurs when an atom splits into two or more smaller atoms, most often the as a result of neutron bombardment.

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