3.2 - Working Principles
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Define nuclear fission.
💡 Hint: Think about how nuclear power plants generate electricity.
What is tidal energy?
💡 Hint: Consider the effect of the moon on the oceans.
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What is the process of splitting heavy nuclei called?
💡 Hint: Think about which process is currently used for power in nuclear reactors.
True or False: Fusion powers the sun.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in stars.
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Design a small-scale model to demonstrate how tidal energy can produce electricity. Outline your materials and construction method.
💡 Hint: Consider how the motion of the water can be converted into energy.
Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear fission versus nuclear fusion. Present your findings in a comparative table.
💡 Hint: Think about the safety aspects and feasibility of each process.
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