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Which type of reaction does this diagram represent?

A
an increase in energy that is caused by nuclear fusion
B
a chain reaction that is caused by nuclear fusion
C
a chain reaction that is caused by nuclear fission
D
a decrease in energy that is caused by nuclear fission
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If an unshielded sample of radioactive material emits alpha particles, what effect will it have on a person sitting in the next room? (Assume the wall between rooms is composed of concrete.)

A
None, because the wall will block the radiation.
B
The radiation will be totally absorbed by the person’s body.
C
The radiation will travel through the person’s body.
D
None, because the radiation will bounce off the person’s body.
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What effect does supercritical mass have on a nuclear reaction?

A
The reaction produces fewer neutrons.
B
The reaction produces less energy.
C
The reaction involves increased fusion.
D
The reaction rate increases.
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Consider the reaction. Zn times s plus Cu raised to the 2 plus power times A q rightarrow Zn raised to the 2 plus power times A q plus Cu times s Which half reaction correctly describes the oxidation that is taking place?

A
Cu raised to the 2 plus power times A q plus e raised to the negative right arrow Cu times s power
B
Zn times s rightarrow Zn raised to the 2 plus power times A q plus 2 e raised to the negative power
C
Cu raised to the 2 plus power times A q plus 2 e raised to the negative right arrow Cu times s power
D
Zn times s rightarrow Zn raised to the 2 plus power times A q plus e raised to the negative power
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Which best describes nuclear fusion?

A
A nucleus spontaneously splits and absorbs energy.
B
Nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.
C
A nucleus collides with a neutron and splits, releasing energy.
D
Two nuclei spontaneously combine and absorb energy.
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Which procedure will most increase the energy output of a nuclear reactor?

A
decreasing the amount of steam produced
B
removing fissile material from the core
C
exposing the core to the outside world
D
raising the control rods out of the reactor
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Which of these is a simple definition of reduction ?

A
an agent that oxidizes something
B
the loss of electrons
C
the gain of electrons
D
an agent that reduces something
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Which of these is a direct benefit of using fuel cells in cars?

A
Fuel cells do not need an extra or rechargeable battery to operate the electronics.
B
Fuel cells use hydrogen gas, which can be safely stored in the car’s fuel tank.
C
Fuel cells use hydrogen gas, which is easily distributed throughout the country.
D
Fuel cells are inexpensive to construct and install in cars.
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Which statement about the half-life of a radioactive sample is true?

A
It is an exact measure of the decay of an individual atom.
B
It can be calculated based on neutron number.
C
It measures the tendency of a radioisotope to decay radioactively.
D
It is affected by the concentration of the radioactive substance that is present.
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Which of these is a simple definition of oxidation ?

A
an agent that oxidizes something
B
the gain of electrons
C
the loss of electrons
D
an agent that reduces something

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