1.0004

0.99996

0.9996

A larger number of collisions will be required

The number of collisions will depend on the scattering cross section only

A smaller number of collisions will be required

The number of collisions will be independent of A

Insufficient training of control room operators

Failure to conduct regular safety inspections

A focus on production over safety

Lack of proper emergency response plans

The increase in the total number of nucleons after U-235 absorbs a neutron results in a more massive nucleus

The total binding energy of the fission products is higher than U-235 and the fission neutron

The fission fragments are heavier and have lower potential energy than the original nucleus

Fission causes electrons to be stripped from atoms and energy is released when they recombine

Reactor power

Fuel temperature

Flux shape

Control rod speed

Loss of both offsite and onsite power

Lack of sufficient backup generators

Inadequate training of the plant personnel

Failure of the reactor protection systems