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NDQ_012846
For an element to change to a different element, it must change its number of
a. energy levels, b. electrons, c. neutrons, d. protons
d
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012847
Which statement about radioisotopes is false?
a. Radioisotopes have unstable nuclei, b. Some elements exist only as radioisotopes, c. All elements have one or more radioisotopes, d. Radioisotopes contribute to background radiation
c
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012848
Radioactive elements include
a. radium, b. uranium, c. polonium, d. all of the above
d
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012849
Elements with more than 92 protons are
a. a source of radiation in rocks, b. too unstable to exist in nature, c. the least radioactive elements, d. the only radioactive elements
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012850
Sources of background radiation include
a. medical X rays, b. cosmic rays, c. nuclear power plants, d. all of the above
b
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012851
Uranium can leave an image on a photographic plate because uranium
a. gives off X rays, b. absorbs sunlight, c. emits light rays, d. is radioactive
d
Lesson: radioactivity Introduction to Radioactivity: Radioactivity is the ability of an atom to emit, or give off, charged particles and energy from the nucleus. The charged particles and energy are called by the general term radiation. Only unstable nuclei emit radiation. When they do, they gain or lose protons. Then...
NDQ_012852
An alpha particle has the same mass as a helium nucleus.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012853
How does a nucleus change when it undergoes beta decay?
a. Its atomic number increases, b. Its mass number increases, c. It has more neutrons, d. It has fewer protons
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012854
Nuclear equations do not need to balance.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012855
Which of the following nuclear equations represents alpha decay?
a. 146 C 147 N +10 e + Energy, b. 210, c. 92 U 90 Th +2 He + Energy, d. two of the above
c
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012856
A beta particle has virtually no mass.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012857
For a nuclear equation to be balanced, both sides of the equation must have the same number of
a. protons, b. neutrons, c. electrons, d. protons plus neutrons
d
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012858
Charged particles are emitted from a nucleus during
a. beta decay, b. alpha decay, c. gamma decay, d. two of the above
d
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012859
Gamma rays are released only during gamma decay.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012860
Which of the following radioisotopes has the longest half-life?
a. uranium-238, b. carbon-14, c. hydrogen-3, d. radon-222
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012861
Alpha particles can pass through a sheet of aluminum.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012862
Carbon-14 has a half-life of 5.7 million years.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012864
All three types of radioactive decay emit energy.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012867
A beta particle has a charge of +1.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012869
During beta decay, a proton is emitted by a nucleus.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012871
All radioisotopes decay at the same constant rate.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012872
In all three types of radioactive decay, nuclei emit energy.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012875
During gamma decay, one element changes into another.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012877
Most of Earths helium formed when alpha particles picked up electrons.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012878
Carbon-14 forms when cosmic rays strike atoms of carbon-12.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012880
Carbon-14 dating can be used to estimate the age of any fossil.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012884
method of aging fossils that uses radioisotopes
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
c
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012885
process in which unstable nuclei emit charged particles and energy
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
f
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012886
process in which a radioactive nucleus emits only energy
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
e
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012887
form of energy emitted during radioactive decay
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
g
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012888
particle consisting of two protons and two neutrons
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012889
rate at which a radioactive isotope decays
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012890
electron emitted by an unstable nucleus
a. half-life, b. alpha particle, c. radioactive dating, d. beta particle, e. gamma decay, f. radioactive decay, g. gamma ray
d
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012891
Unstable nuclei of radioisotopes may become stable by
a. undergoing radioactive decay, b. changing into other elements, c. emitting particles and energy, d. all of the above
d
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012892
Which of the following equations represents alpha decay?
a. 146 C 147 N + 10 e + Energy, b. 222, c. 53 I 54 Xe + 1 e + Energy, d. none of the above
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012893
Examples of beta decay include
a. 238, b. 234, c. 106 Sg 104 Rf + 2 He + Energy, d. two of the above
d
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012894
Which of the following radioisotopes has the shortest half-life?
a. uranium-238, b. potassium-40, c. carbon-14, d. polonium-214
b
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012895
Beta particles can travel
a. only a few centimeters through air, b. up to a meter through air, c. through several meters of concrete, d. for thousands of meters through air
c
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012896
Which type of radiation is most harmful to living things?
a. alpha particles, b. beta particles, c. gamma rays, d. X rays
d
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012897
An alpha particle has a charge of
a. 0, b. -1, c. +1, d. +2
a
Lesson: radioactive decay Types of Radioactive Decay: There are three types of radioactive decay: alpha, beta, and gamma decay. In all three types, nuclei emit radiation, but the nature of that radiation differs from one type of decay to another. You can watch a video about the three types at this URL: (17:02). MEDIA...
NDQ_012899
Which equation represents a nuclear fusion reaction?
a. 60, b. 1 H + 1 H 42 He + 1 Neutron + Energy, c. 238, d. 92 U + 1 Neutron 92
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012901
A nuclear fission reaction occurs when a nucleus absorbs
a. a proton, b. radiation, c. a neutron, d. light energy
c
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012903
Which of the following is a drawback of using nuclear fission for energy?
a. It adds carbon to the atmosphere, b. It produces radioactive waste, c. It releases very little energy, d. two of the above
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012904
If a successful nuclear fusion reactor could be built, the fuel it would use would be
a. water, b. helium, c. uranium, d. hydrogen
d
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012907
Which statement describes a way that matter and energy are related?
a. Matter and energy are two forms of the same thing, b. Matter can be converted to energy in chemical reactions, c. A large amount of matter contains a small amount of energy, d. all of the above
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012912
E = mc2 explains why a small amount of mass can produce a great deal of energy.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012915
The letter c in the equation E = mc2 stands for chain reaction.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012917
The sum of mass and energy is conserved in nuclear reactions.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012918
Nuclear fusion is the opposite of nuclear fission.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012919
Nuclear fission happens only in nuclear power plants.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012920
An atom bomb explosion is an uncontrolled nuclear chain reaction
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012921
Using nuclear fission for power contributes to global warming.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012922
Nuclear fusion releases less energy than nuclear fission does.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012923
Waste from nuclear fission is no longer harmful after a couple of years.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012924
The suns energy comes from nuclear fusion in its core.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012925
In the U.S., most electrical energy is produced in nuclear power plants.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012926
The fuel needed for nuclear fission is very plentiful.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012927
The use of nuclear fusion for energy involves dangerous isotopes.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012928
Matter that undergoes nuclear fusion is in the plasma state.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012929
One product of a nuclear fusion reaction is a proton.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012930
Both nuclear fission and nuclear fusion
a. are used for energy in electric power plants, b. release a huge amount of energy, c. cannot yet be controlled, d. produce three neutrons
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012931
Which equation represents a nuclear fission reaction?
a. 60, b. 1 H + 1 H 42 He + 1 Neutron + Energy, c. 238, d. 92 U + 1 Neutron 92
d
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012932
In a nuclear chain reaction, each fission reaction can lead directly to
a. four more fission reactions, b. three more fission reactions, c. two more fission reactions, d. one more fission reaction
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012933
In a nuclear power plant, nuclear reactions are controlled by inserting rods made of a material that
a. cools down the fuel, b. makes the fuel stop burning, c. does not undergo fission, d. generates electric current
c
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012934
Which of the following is an advantage of nuclear fission over the burning of fossil fuels?
a. Nuclear fission uses renewable resources, b. Nuclear fission produces no air pollution, c. Nuclear fission produces no wastes, d. Nuclear fission has no risks
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012935
When tritium and deuterium fuse together, they form a nucleus of
a. hydrogen, b. uranium, c. helium, d. barium
c
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012936
Which of the following is a problem in using nuclear fusion for energy?
a. It produces dangerous nuclear wastes, b. It requires very high temperatures to occur, c. It depends on a very limited supply of fuel, d. all of the above
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012937
process in which one nuclear reaction leads to others
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
c
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012938
splitting of a nucleus into two smaller nuclei
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
d
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012939
particle that starts a nuclear fission reaction
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
e
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012940
form of energy generated by a nuclear power plant
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
a
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012941
joining of two or more nuclei to form one larger nucleus
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
g
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012942
reaction such as nuclear fission or nuclear fusion
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
b
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012943
form of energy released in a nuclear reaction
a. electrical energy, b. nuclear reaction, c. nuclear chain reaction, d. nuclear fission, e. neutron, f. nuclear energy, g. nuclear fusion
f
Lesson: nuclear energy Energy from Nuclear Fission: Nuclear fission is the splitting of the nucleus of an atom into two smaller nuclei. This type of reaction releases a great deal of energy from a very small amount of matter. For example, nuclear fission of a tiny pellet of uranium-235, like the one pictured in Figure...
NDQ_012944
If motion is represented by an arrow, what does the head of the arrow show?
a. speed, b. position, c. distance, d. direction
d
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012945
something that is not moving with respect to an observer that can be used to detect motion
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012946
quantity that includes both size and direction
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
d
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012947
If you were riding in a car down a city street, which frame of reference would not allow you to detect that the car was moving?
a. the driver of the car, b. buildings along the street, c. traffic lights at intersections, d. cars parked on the sides of the street
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012948
What SI unit would be most appropriate for measuring the distance between Earth and the moon?
a. kilometer, b. meter, c. yard, d. mile
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012949
location
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
g
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012950
change in position
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
c
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012951
Which word could be used to describe the direction of a moving object?
a. far, b. fast, c. forever, d. forward
d
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012952
line along which something moves
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
f
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012953
Frame of reference is
a. something that affects perception of motion, b. a way to represent distance and direction, c. the line along which something moves, d. any change of location
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012955
length of the route between two points
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012957
SI unit for distance
a. distance, b. frame of reference, c. motion, d. vector, e. meter, f. direction, g. position
e
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012958
Direction is as important as distance in describing motion.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012961
Most foot races are measured in meters.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012963
Motion is generally defined as an increase in distance.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012964
Direction is the length of the route between two points.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012965
Short distances may be measured in centimeters.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012966
You can use a map to measure the distance between two points.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012967
A vector is any quantity that has no units of measurement.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012968
You can measure the distance an object travels only if it does not change direction.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012969
Motion is a vector when it includes only direction.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012970
You could measure distances with a metric ruler.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012971
Speed is one way to measure motion.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012972
The length of a vector arrow represents direction.
a. true, b. false
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012973
Words that describe direction include east, up, and left.
a. true, b. false
a
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...
NDQ_012974
If you were riding on a moving bus, which frame of reference would allow you to detect the motion?
a. other people sitting on the bus, b. trees outside the bus windows, c. the seats on the bus, d. the bus driver
b
Lesson: distance and direction Frame of Reference: Assume that a school bus, like the one in Figure 12.2, passes by as you stand on the sidewalk. Its obvious to you that the bus is moving. It is moving relative to you and the trees across the street. But what about to the children inside the bus? They arent moving rel...