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, In this type of reaction, two nuclei of light atoms are combined. Select one:

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In this type of reaction, two nuclei of light atoms are combined.

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a. fusion

b. fission

c. new phasic

d. hydroelectric

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The Curie family worked with radiation and their research led to the development of several medical techniques for diagnosing problems and curing disease. Which of the following is a technique of nuclear medicine?

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a. radiation therapy, especially for cancer

b. chemotherapy

c. electrocardiograms

d. X-ray imaging

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There are two types of nuclear bombs. The first is a fission bomb, which uses uranium or plutonium to create an uncontrolled chain reaction. The second type is much stronger. It is called a[n] _____.

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a. hydrogen bomb

b. uranium bomb

c. radium bomb

d. polonium bomb

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The first atomic weapon was dropped by the United States on the city of _____.

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a. Moscow, Russia

b. Beijing, China

c. Berlin, Germany

d. Hiroshima, Japan

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Nuclear submarines, unlike diesel-powered submarines, do NOT need to _____.

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a. use energy

b. surface often to refuel

c. have a crew of sailors

d. be very quiet

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In both fission and fusion reactions, lost mass is released as:

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Fission is the splitting of an atom's nucleus, typically uranium or plutonium.

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True

False

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In a nuclear power plant, the nuclear energy from fission reactions is converted to electrical energy.

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True

False

Explanation / Answer

1. Fusion

2. Radiation therapy

3. Hydrogen bomb

4.Hiroshima, Japan

5. Surface often to refuel

6. Energy

7. True

8. True

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