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nuclear fission and nuclear fusion Flashcards

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What is the function of the moderator in a nuclear reactor?

A

Slows neutrons down

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What is the function of the control rod in a nuclear reactor?

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Absorbs neutrons

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Which of the following is NOT a common product of induced fission of uranium?

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Carbon-14

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What kind of energy is used to create heat in a nuclear reactor?

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Kinetic

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What is the process of a nucleus dividing into two similar sized (smaller) nuclei called?

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Nuclear fission

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