Nuclear Fission and Fusion

In nuclear reactions a ​ (a)   amount of matter produces a ​ (b)   amount of energy

• small
• LARGE

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When a large nucleus (like Uranium) is split, causing a chain reaction that releases explosive force. This is called (a)  

• Nuclear Fusion
• Nuclear Fission

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When small nuclei are exposed to intense heat and pressure, they join to create a larger nucleus, releasing huge amounts of energy. This is called (a)  

• Nuclear Fusion
• Nuclear Fission

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The sun (or any star)

• Nuclear Fusion

• Nuclear Fission

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Created by joining two hydrogen atoms to create helium: (a)  

• Nuclear Fusion
• Nuclear Fission

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Fission is (a)  

• fusing together

• division

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There are two main concerns when discussing nuclear energy. The first is where to store the radioactive

(a)   . The second is the possibility of (b)   such as in Fukushima and Chernobyl. These incidents happen ​ (c)   due to strict regulations and safety protocols

• nuclear waste
• noise pollution

• reactor issues and meltdowns
• humans turning into mutant potatoes

• rarely
• often 

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Scenario A shows-- (a)  

• Nuclear Fusion
• Nuclear Fission

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Scenario B shows--

• Nuclear Fusion

• Nuclear Fission

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Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Nuclear Fission (5)

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(b) Nuclear Fusion (5)

• Nuclear waste is an issue

• 1000 x stronger

• Typically uses hydrogen and produces helium

• Atom is divided

• Used in nuclear power plants

• Produces energy in stars

• Uses uranium and other radioactive elements

• Two atoms join

• Chain reaction can occur

• Naturally occuring on the sun

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