Nuclear Energy

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Where is uranium typically found?

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Uranium is found in rocks in the ground.

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What is the primary fuel used in nuclear power?

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Uranium.

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In which part of an atom is energy stored?

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Energy is stored in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is one advantage of nuclear energy?

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One advantage of nuclear energy is that it produces no air pollution.

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What is used to turn turbines in a nuclear power plant?

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Steam is used to turn turbines to power a generator.

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What process is used to release energy in nuclear reactions?

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Nuclear fission is the process used to release energy in nuclear reactions.

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What is the byproduct of nuclear fission?

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The byproducts of nuclear fission include radioactive waste.

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What safety measures are important in nuclear power plants?

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Safety measures include containment structures, cooling systems, and emergency protocols.

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What is the role of a moderator in a nuclear reactor?

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A moderator slows down neutrons to sustain the nuclear chain reaction.

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What is the difference between nuclear fusion and nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fusion combines light nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, while nuclear fission splits a heavy nucleus into lighter nuclei.