Nuclear Energy

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What is nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fission is a reaction in which the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, along with the release of energy.

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What is nuclear fusion?

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Nuclear fusion is the process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy in the process.

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What is radioactive waste?

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Radioactive waste is material that contains radioactive substances and is a byproduct of nuclear reactions, requiring careful disposal.

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What is one advantage of nuclear energy?

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One advantage of nuclear energy is that it is very cheap to operate a nuclear power plant compared to fossil fuel plants.

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What is one disadvantage of nuclear energy?

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One disadvantage of nuclear energy is that it leaves behind radioactive waste that must be managed.

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How do nuclear power plants generate electricity?

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Nuclear power plants generate electricity through the process of nuclear fission, where the energy released from splitting atoms is used to heat water and produce steam.

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What is the main fuel used in nuclear reactors?

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The main fuel used in nuclear reactors is uranium.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect and climate change.

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What is the difference between fission and fusion?

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Fission involves splitting a heavy nucleus into smaller parts, while fusion involves combining light nuclei to form a heavier nucleus.

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What is a nuclear reactor?

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A nuclear reactor is a device used to initiate and control a sustained nuclear chain reaction for the purpose of generating energy.