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Define fission |
A nuclear reaction that involves the splitting of an atom’s nucleus into two or more atoms. |
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Uses of nuclear fission |
Generate electricity, power subs or aircraft carriers, atom bombs |
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Define fusion |
A nuclear reaction that involves the joining of two or more nuclei into to form one nucleus. |
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Uses of nuclear fusion. |
Solar radiation, H bombs, possible future power generation |
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Define radioactive decay |
Process by which unstable isotopes give off particle and energy to reach a more stable state. |
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Uses of nuclear decay. |
Cancer treatment, X-rays, fossil dating, genetic probes, biochemical analysis |
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Define half-life |
The period of time it takes for one half of a radioisotope to undergo radioactive decay. |
