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One large atom splits into two. What type of nuclear reaction is this?

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nuclear fission

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What distinguishing feature separates isotopes from the standard element?

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Neutrons

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What is the ultimate purpose of the nuclear reaction in a nuclear power plant?

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To produce heat

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What would happen if a nuclear reactor was not pressurized?

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The energy in the nuclear reaction would not be used efficiently.

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Which of the following did not contribute to the nuclear meltdown at Fukushima?

• routine maintenance procedure gone wrong
• water-damaged controls
• faulty power plant design
• a tsunami

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routine maintenance procedure gone wrong

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Which had the greatest effect on citizens' health after the Chernobyl meltdown?

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the spread of radioactive contamination across Ukraine and neighboring parts of Europe

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True or False: The "exclusion zone" around Chernobyl is to keep civilians from accessing a government research facility.

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False

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How are nuclear power plants, coal power plants, solar thermal power plants, and natural gas power plants similar?

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They each use a fuel source to heat water, create steam, and turn a turbine to generate electricity through electromagnetic induction.

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One benefit of nuclear fission reactions is

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production of energy

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What is a problem commonly associated with nuclear power facilities?

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It is difficult to dispose of wastes.