Neutron capture

{
  "id": "MLC-T-NUC-000319",
  "term": "Neutron capture",
  "field": "Nuclear energy and radiation",
  "definition": "The reaction that occurs when a nucleus captures a neutron. The probability that a given material will capture a neutron is proportional to its neutron capture cross section and depends on the energy of the neutrons and the nature of the material.",
  "references": [
    "NRC Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/nuclear/neutron-capture/"
}