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Spallation

Description:

Spallation refers to a process in which particles, typically high-energy neutrons or protons, collide with a material and cause the material to break apart or fragment into smaller pieces. This term is commonly used in various scientific fields such as nuclear physics and materials science.

Sample Sentences:

• The spallation of the target material produced a significant number of secondary particles.
• Scientists are studying the spallation process to better understand its implications in nuclear reactors.
• The damage caused by spallation in the concrete structure required extensive repairs.
• Spallation reactions can provide valuable insights into the behavior of matter under extreme conditions.

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