Practice Nuclear Fission - 12.5.1 | 12. Radioactivity | ICSE Class 10 Physics
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Question 1

Easy

What is nuclear fission?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what happens to heavy atoms.

Question 2

Easy

Name one isotope commonly used in fission.

πŸ’‘ Hint: It's a type of uranium.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the process of splitting heavy nuclei called?

  • Fusion
  • Fission
  • Decay

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember that it's the opposite of fusion.

Question 2

True or False: Nuclear fission can occur spontaneously.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what triggers fission.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Calculate the energy released if a heavy nucleus with a mass defect of 0.1 atomic mass units (amu) undergoes fission. (Use E=mcΒ², where 1 amu = 931.5 MeV/cΒ²)

πŸ’‘ Hint: Use the formula provided for energy calculation.

Question 2

Discuss the environmental impact of nuclear fission and suggest measures to mitigate these effects.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about waste management in different industries.

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