Exploring Energy Resources Quiz

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What is nuclear energy?

The energy released during nuclear fission or fusion

What is fission?

The splitting of heavy atoms into lighter atoms

What are the two ways in which nuclear reactions can occur?

Fission and Fusion

What creates heat energy called nuclear energy?

<p>Both fission and fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of radioactive elements mentioned in the text?

<p>Uranium-235, Uranium-238, Thorium-232</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the six main sources of energy mentioned in the text?

<p>Nuclear Energy, Geothermal Energy, Hydroelectric Energy, Wind Energy, Solar Energy, Biomass Energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of nuclear energy?

<p>The energy released during nuclear fission or fusion, especially when used to generate electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two ways in which nuclear reactions can occur?

<p>Fission and Fusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of nuclear energy mentioned in the text?

<p>Low greenhouse gas emissions, consistent energy supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name three radioactive elements mentioned in the text.

<p>Uranium-235, Uranium-238, Thorium-232</p> Signup and view all the answers

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