In nuclear fission,

A. a nucleus is split into two less massive nuclei.
B. two heavy nuclei are induced to decay simultaneously.
C. a nucleus is bombarded with another nucleus in order to induce an alpha decay.
D. high-energy particles are released from a nucleus that is at rest.


Answer: A

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