Flashcards : Introduction to Nuclear Fission and Fusion — 14 cartes

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1Question

Nuclear fission — definition?

Réponse

Splitting of a large nucleus releasing energy.

2Question

Chain reaction — role?

Réponse

Self-sustaining process of successive fissions.

3Question

Unstable nucleus — role?

Réponse

Splits upon neutron absorption, releasing neutrons.

4Question

Neutron absorption — process?

Réponse

Nucleus takes in a neutron, increasing instability.

5Question

Fission reactors — main component?

Réponse

Contain uranium fuel, control rods, moderator.

6Question

Control rods — function?

Réponse

Absorb neutrons to control reaction speed.

7Question

Moderator — purpose?

Réponse

Slows neutrons to increase absorption likelihood.

8Question

Reactor shielding — purpose?

Réponse

Protects from harmful radiation.

9Question

Nuclear power — advantage?

Réponse

Produces lots of electricity with low CO2.

10Question

Nuclear waste — challenge?

Réponse

Must be stored safely long-term.

11Question

Chernobyl accident — year?

Réponse

1986, caused by uncontrolled chain reaction.

12Question

Chernobyl — cause?

Réponse

Control rods removed, leading to overheating.

13Question

Global use — themes?

Réponse

Societal, environmental, economic reasons.

14Question

Nuclear fusion — process?

Réponse

Nuclei join to release energy.

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