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Topic 2 Chapter 3 Vocabulary
Q.1
Involving a chain reaction that is not self-sustaining
critical
subcritical
uncontrolled
Q.2
The definition of "shake"
an informal unit of time equal to 10 nanoseconds, or 10−8 seconds
to move something back and forth or up and down with short, quick movements
Both a & b
Q.3
Infinitely or immeasurably small
infinitesimal
infinite
unlimited
Q.4
Very large; huge
gigantic
miniscule
dimunitive
Q.5
To keep up or keep going, as an action or process
retain
suspend
sustain
Q.6
Done without definite aim, purpose, method, or adherence to a prior arrangement
intentionally
randomly
consciously
Q.7
Definition of "density"
the state or quality of being compact; close or crowded condition
mass per unit volume
Both a & b
Q.8
To import or export something secretly, in violation of the law
smuggle
smug
snuggle
Q.9
Of very little importance or value; insignificant
vital
trivial
brutal
Q.10
The definition of "yield"
the energy released by the explosion of a nuclear weapon
to produce by a natural process or to give in return for something
Both a & b
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