http://www.ck12.org Chapter 3. Chemical Interactions
- How was nuclear fission discovered?
- Describe in detail what happens to a uranium-235 nucleus when it is struck by a neutron, and explain why the
nucleus splits in two. Your answer should include the role of nuclear forces in the reaction.
Review
- What is nuclear fission?
- Outline how nuclear fission occurs.
- Describe a nuclear chain reaction.
- How is nuclear fission controlled in a nuclear power plant?
- Compare and contrast the use of fossil fuels and nuclear fission to produce energy.