Nuclear Fission and Fusion

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The splitting of a nucleus into smaller nuclei is

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fission

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Takes two small nuclei and combines them into a larger nucleus

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fusion

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This is an example of...
Options: Fission  reaction, Fusion reaction, Decomposition reaction, Decay

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Fission  reaction

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Where does fusion occur naturally?

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On the sun

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Which atoms combine together during fusion reaction on the sun? Options: Helium and Hydrogen atoms, Hydrogen atoms, Hydrogen and Lithium atoms, Hydrogen and Carbon atoms

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Hydrogen atoms

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An example of an uncontrolled fission reaction is _______________

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Atomic Bomb

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Do all stars make energy through fusion?

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Yes

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What is a benefit of nuclear fission?

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The ability to release tremendous amounts of energy

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What is the major drawback to nuclear fission reactors?

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The difficulty of achieving safe disposal of radioactive waste products.

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One disadvantage of nuclear energy is ___?

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it leaves behind radioactive waste