Nuclear Energy

Front

The splitting of a nucleus of an atom is called____

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Fission

Front

The process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus is called____

Back

Fusion

Front

What is a major drawback of nuclear fission reactors?

Back

The safe disposal of radioactive waste

Front

What is the correct order of events in a nuclear power plant?

Back

Uranium reactor, turbine, generator, transformer

Front

Why have scientists not begun to try and use fusion on Earth?

Back

Fusion requires extremely hot temperatures that are not possible on Earth

Front

What is nuclear energy?

Back

Energy released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion.

Front

What is radioactive waste?

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Material that is radioactive and is a byproduct of nuclear reactions.

Front

What is the role of a turbine in a nuclear power plant?

Back

To convert steam energy into mechanical energy.

Front

What is the function of a generator in a nuclear power plant?

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To convert mechanical energy from the turbine into electrical energy.

Front

What is the primary fuel used in nuclear fission?

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Uranium-235