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Nuclear fission and fusion

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This study notes covers Nuclear fission and fusion within Nuclear Fission & Fusion for GCSE Physics. Revise Nuclear Fission & Fusion in Atomic Structure for GCSE Physics with 13 exam-style questions and 25 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 2 of 19 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 2 of 19

Practice

13 questions

Recall

25 flashcards

GCSE Physics revision: nuclear fission and fusion showing chain reaction and hydrogen fusion
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The Power of the NucleusNuclear Fission ExplainedNuclear Fusion ExplainedMass-Energy Equivalence

Practice Questions for Nuclear Fission & Fusion

What is nuclear fission?

  • A. The joining of two small nuclei to form one larger nucleus
  • B. The spontaneous emission of an alpha particle from a nucleus
  • C. The splitting of a large nucleus into two smaller nuclei
  • D. The absorption of an electron by a nucleus
1 markfoundation

Explain what is meant by a chain reaction in nuclear fission.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

What is nuclear fission?
The splitting of a large, unstable nucleus into two smaller nuclei, releasing energy and neutrons
What is nuclear fusion?
The joining of two small, light nuclei to form a larger nucleus, releasing energy

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