The energy of the fast neutrons emitted in a nuclear fission reactor is approximately $\qquad$ .

  • A
    $2 \text{ MeV}$
  • B
    $2 \text{ keV}$
  • C
    $10 \text{ MeV}$
  • D
    $20 \text{ MeV}$

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