ICP 3.3 Flashcard Review

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What is nuclear fusion?

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The process when two or more atoms are joined together to make a larger atom.

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Who formulated the equation E = mc²?

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Albert Einstein.

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What is a chain reaction in nuclear fission?

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When a nuclear fission reaction occurs, the neutrons emitted can strike other nuclei in the sample, and cause them to split.

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Why is neutron absorption important in a nuclear reactor?

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It slows down a reaction.

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What process do nuclear power plants use to generate electricity?

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Fission.

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Define nuclear fission.

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The process of splitting a large atom into two smaller atoms.

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What is the primary fuel used in nuclear reactors?

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Uranium.

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Explain the role of control rods in a nuclear reactor.

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Control rods absorb neutrons to regulate the fission process.

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What is the difference between nuclear fusion and fission?

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Fusion combines atoms to form a larger atom, while fission splits a large atom into smaller ones.

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What is the significance of the equation E = mc²?

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It describes the equivalence of mass and energy.