SPS4 Replacement Grade 4 due 12/10/2024 @ 9am

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear fission or fusion, especially when used to generate electricity.

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What is nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fission is the process of splitting a large atomic nucleus into smaller nuclei, releasing 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.

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What is radioactive decay?

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Radioactive decay is the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation.

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What is nuclear waste?

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Nuclear waste is the material left over from the production of nuclear energy, which can be hazardous and requires careful disposal.

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What is the half-life of a radioactive substance?

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The half-life is the time required for half of the radioactive atoms in a sample to decay.

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What is alpha decay?

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Alpha decay is a type of radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus emits an alpha particle, consisting of two protons and two neutrons.

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What is beta decay?

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Beta decay is a type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle (an electron or positron) is emitted from an atomic nucleus.

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What is gamma decay?

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Gamma decay is a type of radioactive decay that involves the emission of gamma rays from an excited nucleus.

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What is a nuclear power plant?

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A nuclear power plant is a facility that uses nuclear reactions to generate electricity.

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