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Science Explainer: Why nuclear power is being looked at as an alternative energy source

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Last updated 4 months ago
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Read the passage Why nuclear power is being looked at as an alternative energy source. Then answer the questions below.
Read the passage Why nuclear power is being looked at as an alternative energy source. Then answer the questions below.
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Drag each answer choice into the correct space.
____________________is the process in which the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, releasing a large amount of energy. ___________________ is the process in which two or more atomic nuclei combine to form a single, more massive nucleus, also releasing a significant amount of energy.
Other Answer Choices:
Nuclear Fusion
Nuclear Fission
Required

Drag each type of power source into the correct box to show which are forms of renewable and non-renewable energy.

  • gas/oil power
  • solar power
  • nuclear power
  • wind power
  • Renewable energy
  • Non-renewable energy
Required

What are the negative effects of using nuclear power? Select two correct answers.