What year did the first nuclear reactor go critical?
1935
1942
1950
1960
Answer
In 1942, the world witnessed a groundbreaking achievement in the field of nuclear physics when the first nuclear reactor, known as Chicago Pile-1 (CP-1), successfully achieved a sustained chain reaction. This remarkable feat marked the beginning of the nuclear age and paved the way for advancements in nuclear technology, including the development of nuclear power plants and medical applications.
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