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Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Waste

Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Waste. The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly…by thulasi raman (B.EEE). What is Nuclear Energy?. Nuclear energy is the energy that exists within the nucleus of an atom. There are 2 types of Nuclear Energy:.

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Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Waste

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  1. Nuclear Energy and Nuclear Waste The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly…by thulasi raman (B.EEE)

  2. What is Nuclear Energy? • Nuclear energy is the energy that exists within the nucleus of an atom. • There are 2 types of Nuclear Energy: • Nuclear fission is the splitting of a large nucleus, releasing HUGE amounts of energy. • Nuclear fusion is the combining of smaller nuclei to form heavier nuclei, releasing HUGE amounts of energy.

  3. How is Nuclear Fission Energy produced?

  4. If a Nuclear Reaction is not controlled…

  5. Nuclear Energy must be harnessed if used to make energy. • Nuclear reactions in a nuclear power plant occur at a controlled, manageable pace and release energy slowly. • Heat is generated and used to boil water, creating steam. The steam turns turbines which rotate electric generators, creating electricity. • Steam is released from the cooling towers. • (click on picture for more info)

  6. How does a Nuclear Power Plant Work?

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