Modern Physics/ Nuclear Applicatons Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Make an argument for nuclear energy
A
- Nuclear energy has less environmental impacts compared to burning fossil fuels because it releases no greenhouse gases, for example, carbon dioxide.
- There are numerous safety features to account for human error, equipment failure, and external risks such as earthquakes. For example, control room operators spend over 8 years in training, automatic shutdown and emergency cooling systems, and backup electricity.
- Nuclear fission is a very efficient source of energy, so small amounts of fuel are requires. A 7 gram pellet of uranium can generate as much energy as 3.5 barrels of oil.
- Because nuclear energy requires such small amounts of fuel, not much waste is created, meaning there is a low volume of waste to dispose of.
- Nuclear energy is a valuable medical tool. It can be used to help detect cancer or heart disease. It can also be used to help treat diseases such as caner through radiation therapy.
- Nuclear power is incredibly reliable, is it not dependent on environmental conditions like other sources of energy such as wind power.
2
Q
Collapse
A
- particle behave sometimes like wave and sometimes like an electron
-measure location it collapses - more than one set of laws
- only one universe exists
-all objects are real
3
Q
Pilot Wave
A
-Electron is simple particle whose motion is described by a single law
- Motion of electron by mysterious pilot wave
-only one set of laws
-only one universe exists
-not all objects are real
4
Q
Many Worlds
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- Electrons are simple particles
-Universe constantly splits into many versions of itself - one set of laws govern electrons
- more than one universe exists
- all objects are real
5
Q
Copenhagen
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- Deals directly with results and measurements
- no theoretical ideas
6
Q
What are the parts of a nuclear reactor?
A
- The reactor core
- The moderator
- The Coolant
- Control Rods
- Shielding
