E4 & E5a. Fission & Fusion
Guiding questions:
In which form is energy stored within the nucleus of the atom?
How can the energy released from the nucleus be harnessed?
In which form is energy stored within the nucleus of the atom?
How can the energy released from the nucleus be harnessed?
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)
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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