E4 & E5a. Fission & Fusion
E4 & E5a. Fission & Fusion
Guiding questions:
Guiding questions:
In which form is energy stored within the nucleus of the atom?
How can the energy released from the nucleus be harnessed?
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Linking questions:
Linking questions:
In which form is energy released as a result of nuclear fission?
How is binding energy used to determine the rate of energy production in a nuclear power plant?
To what extent is there a role for fission in addressing climate change? (NOS)
Understandings:
Understandings:
that energy is released in spontaneous and neutron-induced fission
the role of chain reactions in nuclear fission reactions
the role of control rods, moderators, heat exchangers and shielding in a nuclear power plant
the properties of the products of nuclear fission and their management.
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Assessment and Learning Materials
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