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Fission
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is the splitting apart of atomic nuclei into smaller ones, with the release of energy
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Fusion
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is the combining of two atomic nuclei into larger ones, which also releases energy
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What is the basis for fission-powered nuclear reactors? |
A controlled nuclear chain reaction, with a continuous, moderated release of energy
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Uranium-235 (U235)
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is the isotope of choice for use in nuclear fission power plants
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Core Meltdown |
a loss-of-coolant event, in which the flow of cooling water to the reactor is interrupted
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In the sun, two hydrogen nuclei combine to form a helium nuclei, with a corresponding release of energy
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How much % of the energy produced by the USA come from fossil fuels? |
80%
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How much oil does the US consume per year? |
7 billion barrels...and we have been finding (in the US) as much as we've been consuming.
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How much tar sand does it take to produce a barrel of oil? |
two tons
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How much coal does the US possess? |
25% of the world's known coal
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Where does the most acid rain fall in America? |
Northeast America
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