12 Questions
What process powers the sun and other stars?
Nuclear fusion
Which characteristic is described by the concept of half-life in radioactive decay?
The time for half of a sample to undergo decay
What is the process in which a heavy atomic nucleus splits into lighter nuclei?
Nuclear fission
Which type of energy is required to disassemble a nucleus into its protons and neutrons?
Binding energy
What is the main application of nuclear fission reactions?
Generating electricity in power plants
Which process involves emitting radiation as an atomic nucleus loses energy?
Radioactive decay
What is the primary purpose of nuclear reactors?
To generate electrical power
Why is the strong nuclear force important in atomic nuclei?
To prevent the nucleus from disintegrating
What makes neutron stars incredibly dense?
High binding energy per nucleon
What differentiates isotopes from each other?
Number of neutrons
How does a neutron star form?
After a supernova explosion
What role do nuclear fission reactions play in nuclear reactors?
Create steam for turbines
Learn about nuclear fusion, the process in which atomic nuclei combine to release energy, and the concept of half-life in radioactive decay. Discover how nuclear fusion powers stars like the sun and why half-life is important in understanding the decay rate of radioactive substances.
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