Nuclear Energy Test

Which type of radiation is effectively blocked by a piece of paper or cloth?

• Alpha
• Beta
• Gamma
• Delta

What is radioactivity?

• when an unstable atomic nucleus emits charged particles and energy.
• when the radio is volume is high and emits radio waves
• when the mass of an element doubles in size
• when enough heat is produced to turn the turbine

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Which type of radiation is effectively blocked by a thin piece of metal or wood?

• Alpha
• Beta
• Gamma
• Delta

What are some of the negative effects that exposure to radiation can cause?

• Death
• Birth
• Superpowers
• Cancer
• Altered DNA

Are low doses of radiation considered to be safe for humans?

• Yes
• No

Which type of radiation is effectively blocked by thick concrete or lead?

• Alpha
• Beta
• Gamma
• Delta

The most penetrating form of radiation is:

• Alpha Particles
• Beta Particles
• Gamma Radiation
• Both A and B

A reaction in which two light nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus is termed:

• Alpha Decay
• Beta Decay
• Fission
• Fusion

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Put the types of rays in order from weakest to strongest.

• Beta, Gamma, Alpha
• Alpha, Gamma, Beta
• Gamma, Beta, Alpha
• Alpha, Beta, Gamma

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Nuclear Power Plants currently generate 20% of the worlds electricity from what form of nuclear energy?

• Nuclear Superpowers
• Nuclear Fission
• Combustion
• Radioactivity

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