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fission, in physics: see nuclear energy nuclear energy, the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom and released through fission, fusion, or radioactivity . In these processes a small amount of mass is converted to energy according to the relationship E = mc2, where E ..... Click the link for more information. and nucleus nucleus, in physics, the extremely dense central core of an atom . The Nature of the NucleusCompositionAtomic nuclei are composed of two types of particles, protons and neutrons, which are collectively known as nucleons. ..... Click the link for more information. ; see also atomic bomb atomic bomb or A-bomb, weapon deriving its explosive force from the release of atomic energy through the fission (splitting) of heavy nuclei (see nuclear energy ). The first atomic bomb was produced at the Los Alamos, N.Mex. ..... Click the link for more information. . fission 1. Biology a form of asexual reproduction in single-celled animals and plants involving a division into two or more equal parts that develop into new cells 2. short for nuclear fission |
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It was also a strong sign, say the researchers, that the fissioning of uranium in at least one part of the Oklo mine operated in a cyclic fashion. As a result of the fortunes of war, an increased number of speculative ventures in the mining industry, and multiple claims or "servitudes" on undivided land, a fissioning of landholdings took place in these areas. The teaching profession perceives, perhaps more clearly than others, the evil social consequences in the permanent fissioning of American culture which will result from state support of church-controlled education. |
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