How does nuclear fission produce energy?

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2 answers:

scoundrel [369]3 years ago

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A nuclear reactor produces and controls the release of energy from splitting the atoms of uranium.

Uranium-fuelled nuclear power is a clean and efficient way of boiling water to make steam which drives turbine generators. Except for the reactor itself, a nuclear power station works like most coal or gas-fired power stations.

The first option.

Daniel [21]3 years ago

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Answer:

Option A

Explanation:

A controlled nuclear chain reaction produces heat, driving steam turbines to produce energy.

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