How much do you know about nuclear energy?
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Who discovered the nucleus of the atom in 1911?

  • Francis Perrin
  • Niels Bohr
  • Ernest Rutherford (correct)
  • Otto Hahn
  • What is released from the nucleus of atoms through fission or fusion?

  • Neutrons
  • Protons
  • Electrons
  • Nuclear energy/technology (correct)
  • Who discovered the nuclear fission reaction in 1939?

  • Niels Bohr
  • Francis Perrin
  • Fritz Strassmann
  • Otto Hahn (correct)
  • Who discovered the critical mass of uranium in 1939?

    <p>Francis Perrin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Niels Bohr find about fission in uranium-235?

    <p>It was more likely to occur in uranium-235</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main feature of second generation reactors?

    <p>Added control and safety features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the goal of fourth generation reactors?

    <p>Improved safety, sustainability, efficiency, and cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Nuclear energy/technology is released from the nucleus of atoms through fission or fusion.
    • Ernest Rutherford discovered the nucleus of the atom in 1911.
    • Nuclear fission reaction was discovered in 1939 by Otto Hahn and Fritz Strassmann.
    • Niels Bohr found that fission was more likely to occur in uranium-235.
    • Francis Perrin discovered critical mass of uranium in 1939.
    • First generation reactors were early prototypes for civilian use.
    • Second generation reactors had added control and safety features.
    • Third generation reactors used passive safety systems.
    • Fourth generation reactors are envisioned as successors of third generation reactors.
    • The designs target improved safety, sustainability, efficiency, and cost.

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