Nuclear Reactions Quiz

During a fission reaction, what type of particles bombard (hit) large isotopes at high speeds?

• Photons
• Electrons
• Protons
• Neutrons

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Which two things are usually released when a large unstable nucleus breaks apart during a fission reaction?

• Heat and gravity

• Energy and neutrons
• Alpha particles and gamma rays
• Protons and electrons

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In a fission reaction, neutrons collide with other unstable nuclides causing what to happen?

• Nuclei to fuse together

• Nuclei to remain stable and not interact with neutrons
• Neutrons to convert into protons and electrons
• A chain reaction to occur

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Draw a representation of a nuclear fission reaction.

What type of reaction occurs when two smaller nuclei combine together to form a larger nucleus?

• Nuclear fission
• Nuclear decay
• Nuclear fusion
• Chemical reaction

Where could you likely find enough pressure and temperature to cause nuclei to fuse, rather than repel each other?

• Inside of stars

• Bottom of the ocean

• Top of Mount Everest
• Surface of the moon

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What is produced along with a neutron and energy when tritium and deuterium fuse in the sun?

• Electron
• Helium isotope

• Proton
• Water

Which of these is a benefit of fusion reactors when compared to fission reactors?

• Higher efficiency and lower cost
• Plenty of fuel and less nuclear waste

• More radioactive waste and limited fuel supply
• Less energy output and shorter lifespan

Draw a representation of a fusion reaction.

The DNA of a living cell can be damaged when exposed to different types of radiation.

• True

• False

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