The process in which a heavy nucleus splits into two lighter nuclei with the release of enormous energy is called: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The process in which a heavy nucleus splits into two lighter nuclei with the release of enormous energy is called:
A. Transmutation
B. Nuclear fission
C. Nuclear fusion
D. Radioactive decay
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Nuclear fission is a reaction in which the nucleus of a heavy atom (like Uranium-235 or Plutonium-239) splits into two or smaller, lighter nuclei when bombarded by a neutron, releasing a massive amount of energy and more neutrons, potentially causing a chain reaction.

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