Key Vocabulary: Nuclear Energy and Related Concepts

Which term is defined as "The process of splitting a large atomic nucleus into smaller particles, releasing energy"?

• Fusion

• Fission

• Radioactive Decay

• Half-life

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

What is the correct definition of Fusion according to the vocabulary list?

• Combining two small atomic nuclei to form a larger nucleus, releasing energy

• The time required for half of the radioactive atoms in a sample to decay

• The central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons

• Information or data used to support a claim or argument

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

Match each description with the correct scientific term related to radioactive decay.

• Mathematical Analysis

• An unstable atomic nucleus losing energy by emitting radiation

• Radioactive Decay

• A problem-solving process using mathematical methods

• Model

• The arrangement of parts within a system

• Structure

• A representation of a system to explain processes

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

The central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons, and responsible for the atom's mass, is called the (a)   .

• Energy
• Nucleus
• Structure
• Model

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

Half-life refers to:

• The time for an atom to split into two smaller nuclei

• The time required for half of the radioactive atoms in a sample to decay

• The energy released during nuclear reactions

• The advantages of using nuclear energy

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

In the vocabulary list, which term is defined as "A representation of a system or concept that helps illustrate and explain its components and processes"?

• Structure

• Model

• Evidence

• Arguments

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-4

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

NGSS.HS-LS1-2

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

NGSS.HS-PS3-2

The capacity to do work or produce change, often released during nuclear reactions, is called:

• Energy

• Benefits

• Applications

• Problems

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

NGSS.HS-ESS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-4

Which definition matches Evidence?

• Reasoned statements based on evidence to support a conclusion

• Information or data used to support a claim or argument

• The practical uses of a concept or technology

• The arrangement of parts within a system

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

NGSS.HS-ESS3-5

NGSS.HS-LS3-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-1

Arguments are defined in the table as:

• The advantages or positive outcomes resulting from nuclear energy

• Reasoned statements or assertions based on evidence to support a conclusion

• A problem-solving process involving computational methods

• Challenges associated with nuclear energy

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NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-ETS1-1

According to the vocabulary, Applications refers to:

• The practical uses of a concept or technology related to nuclear energy

• The central part of an atom

• The time for half of a sample to decay

• Energy sources different from fossil fuels

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

NGSS.HS-ESS3-2