The principle behind the working of an atom bomb is:
A
Nuclear fussion
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B
Nuclear fission
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C
Radioactivity
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D
None of these
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Solution
The correct option is B Nuclear fission Nuclear fission
The atom bomb , also known as atomic bomb or fission bomb is an explosive device that derives its destructive force from the fission of heavy elements. Typical fuel for the fission reaction within the bomb is either uranium or plutarium.