Pros And Cons Of Nucular Energy ;year 8 Summer Assesment Flashcards

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1
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What is nuclear energy?

A

Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear fission or fusion.

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2
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True or False: Nuclear energy produces greenhouse gas emissions during operation.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: Nuclear power plants use ________ to generate electricity.

A

uranium

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4
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What is a major advantage of nuclear energy?

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It generates a large amount of energy with a small amount of fuel.

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5
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What is a significant concern regarding nuclear waste?

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It remains radioactive and hazardous for thousands of years.

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6
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a pro of nuclear energy? A) Low operational costs B) High greenhouse gas emissions C) Limited fuel supply

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A) Low operational costs

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7
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True or False: Nuclear energy is considered a renewable energy source.

A

False

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8
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What catastrophic event is often associated with nuclear energy?

A

Chernobyl disaster

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9
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Fill in the blank: The process of splitting atomic nuclei to release energy is called ________.

A

fission

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10
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What is a disadvantage of nuclear power plants?

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They have high initial construction costs.

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11
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Multiple Choice: What is a potential risk of nuclear energy? A) Air pollution B) Nuclear accidents C) Water scarcity

A

B) Nuclear accidents

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12
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True or False: Nuclear energy can help reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

A

True

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13
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What is one method of nuclear waste disposal?

A

Deep geological storage

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14
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Fill in the blank: ________ is the fusion of atomic nuclei, which powers the sun.

A

Fusion

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15
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What is the primary fuel used in nuclear reactors?

A

Uranium-235

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16
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a pro of nuclear energy? A) Low operational cost B) High energy density C) Abundant water usage

A

C) Abundant water usage

17
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True or False: Nuclear energy is a major source of electricity in many countries.

18
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What is the term for the process of converting nuclear energy into electricity?

A

Thermal power generation

19
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Fill in the blank: Nuclear power plants need ________ to cool the reactors.

20
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What is one advantage of nuclear energy compared to fossil fuels?

A

It produces minimal air pollutants.

21
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Multiple Choice: Which country has the largest number of operational nuclear reactors? A) USA B) France C) China

22
Q

True or False: Nuclear fusion is currently a viable energy source for electricity generation.

23
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What is a common public concern regarding nuclear power?

A

Safety and potential for accidents

24
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Fill in the blank: The ________ was a significant nuclear accident that occurred in Japan in 2011.

A

Fukushima disaster

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What is one of the main reasons for the high cost of nuclear energy?
Stringent safety regulations
26
Multiple Choice: What type of radiation is a concern in nuclear waste? A) Alpha B) Beta C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
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True or False: Nuclear energy is highly efficient in terms of fuel used per energy generated.
True