Fission Reactions

Fission reactions occur when the nucleus of a heavy atom, like uranium or plutonium, splits into smaller nuclei after being struck by a neutron. This splitting releases a significant amount of energy, along with additional neutrons that can trigger further fission reactions. This process is the basis of nuclear power and atomic weapons. The energy produced is used to generate electricity in nuclear power plants, where controlled fission reactions release heat to produce steam and drive turbines. Overall, fission involves breaking apart large atomic nuclei to release energy in a controlled, efficient manner.