Nuclear Chemistry

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What is the process called when two or more nuclei combine to form one larger nucleus?

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Fusion

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What are negatively charged particles found outside of the nucleus called?

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Electrons

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Where can protons be found in an atom?

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Inside the atomic nucleus.

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What type of nuclear reaction supplies the energy that powers the stars and our Sun?

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Fusion

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What is the term for the time needed for half of a radioactive sample to decay?

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Half-life

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What is the process of splitting a large nucleus into smaller nuclei called?

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Fission

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What are the three main types of nuclear radiation?

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Alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.

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What is the term for a substance that undergoes radioactive decay?

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Radioactive material.

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What is the difference between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion?

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Fission is the splitting of a nucleus, while fusion is the combining of nuclei.

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What is a common use of nuclear fission in energy production?

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Nuclear power plants.

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