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Fission: |
The breaking apart of atomic nuclei to produce energy.
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Fusion:
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Bonding of atoms together to form a larger atomic nuclei, and create a lot of energy.
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Nuclear Accelerator: |
A device that increases the velocity of a charged particle.
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Nuclear Reactor:
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A device for controlling nuclear fission.
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Isotope:
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Atoms of an element that have the same number of protons but different number of neutrons.
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Containment Vessel:
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A protective cover or shield that keeps radioactive material from escaping into the environment.
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Moderator: |
A material that absorbs neutrons and slows down a nuclear chain reaction.
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Alpha particle:
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A helium nuclei containing 2 protons and 2 neutrons. (has a positive charge)
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Beta particle:
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Electrons that are free of an electron cloud (it has a negative charge)
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Gamma Rays:
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High energy x-rays.
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Nuclear Force:
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Holds nucleons together in the nucleus over short distances.
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Nucleons: |
Are all subatomic particles found in the nucleus (protons and neutrons) |
