Physics 4.4.1

Question 1

There is a lot of Energy Stored Within the Nucleus of an Atom. How can this Energy be Released? (2)

Answer 1

-Nuclear Fission.

-Nuclear Fusion.

Question 2

What is ‘Nuclear Fission’?

Answer 2

Nuclear Fission is the Splitting of a Large, Unstable Nucleus into 2, Smaller, Nuclei.

Question 3

Explain the Basic Process of Nuclear Fission. (3)

Answer 3

-Neutron Collides with Nucleus.

-Explodes. 2 Smaller Daughter Nuclei are Formed.

-2-3 Fission Neutrons Released. Energy Released as Gamma Rays.

Question 4

What are the 2 Types of Nuclear Fission? (2)

Answer 4

-Induced Fission.

-Spontaneous Fission.