Understanding Nuclear Reactions

Understanding Nuclear Reactions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Chemistry, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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Mr. Anderson discusses nuclear reactions, highlighting their significance and differences from chemical reactions. He explains the four fundamental forces: gravity, electromagnetic, strong nuclear, and weak nuclear forces. The video contrasts chemical and nuclear reactions, focusing on energy differences and the role of nucleons. It covers fission and fusion reactions, emphasizing the potential of fusion energy for sustainable power. The video concludes with a look at the future of fusion energy on Earth.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of nuclear reaction is responsible for the energy produced by the sun?

Radioactive decay

Chemical reaction

Fission

Fusion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which force is responsible for keeping you grounded on Earth?

Gravity

Strong nuclear force

Weak nuclear force

Electromagnetic force

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prevents protons in the nucleus from repelling each other?

Electromagnetic force

Weak nuclear force

Gravitational force

Strong nuclear force

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a chemical reaction, which particles are primarily involved?

Nucleons

Valence electrons

Neutrons

Protons

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one way to initiate a chemical reaction?

Decrease temperature

Increase pressure

Add neutrons

Remove electrons

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Einstein's equation E=mc^2 imply about mass and energy?

Energy cannot be converted into mass

Mass can be destroyed

Energy can be created

Mass can be converted into energy

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of reaction involves the splitting of a heavy nucleus into smaller parts?

Fusion

Radioactive decay

Fission

Chemical reaction

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