Nuclear Energy worksheet with questions and a diagram of an atom.

A worksheet titled "Nuclear Energy" featuring a diagram of an atom and questions about nuclear energy, including fill-in-the-blank sentences, dangers of nuclear energy, and a description of chain reactions.

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1. neutrons
2. Electrons
3. Uranium
4. chain reaction
5. Control rods
6. steam
7. fusion
8. plutonium
9. stored safely
10. containment building

1. Risk of radioactive leaks or accidents.
2. Long-term radioactive waste disposal challenges.
3. Potential for nuclear proliferation.
4. High initial construction and decommissioning costs.
5. Environmental impact from mining and water usage.

A chain reaction occurs when a neutron strikes the nucleus of a fissile atom (like uranium-235), causing it to split and release energy plus additional neutrons. These new neutrons then strike other nuclei, triggering more fissions in a self-sustaining sequence that releases large amounts of energy.

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