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Science Explainer: Why nuclear power is being looked at as an alternative energy source

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Read the passage Why nuclear power is being looked at as an alternative energy source.  Then answer the questions below.

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Read the passage Why nuclear power is being looked at as an alternative energy source.  Then answer the questions below.

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Question 1

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Drag each answer choice into the correct space.
 
____________________is the process in which the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, releasing a large amount of energy. ___________________ is the process in which two or more atomic nuclei combine to form a single, more massive nucleus, also releasing a significant amount of energy.

Other Answer Choices:

Nuclear Fusion

Nuclear Fission

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Question 2

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Drag each type of power source into the correct box to show which are forms of renewable and non-renewable energy.

solar power
nuclear power
wind power
gas/oil power

Renewable energy
Non-renewable energy

Question 3

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What are the negative effects of using nuclear power? Select two correct answers.

Nuclear power is less efficient than many other types of power sources.

Nuclear power increases greenhouse gas emissions.

Nuclear power decreases the amount of renewable energy available.

Nuclear disasters can sometimes occur, damaging cities.

Nuclear waste can cause harm to animals.