The term "critical mass" can have different meanings depending on the context in which it is used: 1. **Physics/Nuclear Chemistry**: In the context of nuclear physics, "critical mass" refers to the minimum amount of fissile material (such as uranium-235 or plutonium-239) needed to maintain a nuclear chain reaction. If the amount of material is less than the critical mass, the reaction will fizzle out.
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