What is the primary isotope of uranium used in nuclear power and weapons?

Nuclear Power and Uranium Isotopes

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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U-238
U-235
U-236
U-237
2.
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Why is U-235 preferred over U-238 for nuclear reactions?
U-238 is more stable
U-235 is fissile with low-energy neutrons
U-235 is more abundant
U-238 is easier to enrich
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What was the method used by the Manhattan Project to enrich uranium?
Gaseous diffusion
Centrifugation
Chemical separation
Laser separation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How does the centrifuge method separate U-235 from U-238?
By heating to different temperatures
By spinning to separate by weight
By magnetic fields
By chemical reaction
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a critical concern when a country enriches uranium to 20%?
It can be quickly converted to weapons-grade
It is no longer useful for energy production
It can be used for medical purposes
It becomes non-radioactive
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the purpose of inspecting a country's centrifuge arrangement?
To check for environmental compliance
To assess technological advancement
To verify peaceful use of nuclear technology
To ensure energy efficiency
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a major benefit of nuclear power?
It is the cheapest energy source
It does not emit greenhouse gases
It is renewable
It produces no waste
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