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e.
Discuss the following processes and their application in nuclear explosive
design:
Nuclear fission
Nuclear fusion
f.
Define the term "fissile materials" and give examples applicable to nuclear
explosive design.
g.
Describe the effects of each of the following on critical mass:
Absorbers
Moderators
Stray neutrons
Poisons
Enrichment
2.1.3 The candidate must have knowledge of the various types of radiation
interaction with matter. The candidate shall be able to:
a.
Describe the interactions of the following with matter:
Alpha particle
Beta particle
Positron
b.
Describe the following ways that gamma radiation interacts with matter:
Compton scattering
Photoelectric effect
Pair production
2.1.4 The candidate must have knowledge of the internal design of a nuclear
explosive. The candidate shall be able to:
a.
Discuss the function, purpose, and design of the following systems and
components:
Arming
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