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Nuclear Power

 

Revision of the basics - before you start!

An A2 revision list

Nuclear Weapons - not on the syllabus, but cross-curricula in theme and of interest to many!

Fission - splitting of the atomic nucleus

Nuclear power plants - a reactor and how electricity is produced

Decomissioning

Advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power

Moderation of the neutron speeds

Control Rods - controlling the energy output

Fuel Rods

Chain reaction - sustaining the reaction by producing a reactant

Critical Mass

Safety

Nuclear Accidents

Shielding

Disposal of nuclear waste

Vitrification

Plutonium - by product of fission

The nuclear controversy

Fusion - joining together of two nuclei - the energy of the stars!

 

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This site has information on what to do in the case of a nuclear emergency situation

CFR Link

Get them to think outside the box...

Discussion material for Y10/Y11 groups - nuclear war - cross-curricular with history/politics -

 

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