Nuclear+Power

= NUCLEAR POWER (The fission of atoms) __BY HUSAYN KARIMI__ =

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VOCABULARY AND AFFILIATION


 * Uranium atom [2] : **

This atom's nucleus consists 92 protons, and 143 neutrons. This atom is otherwise known as the U-235 atom. As the nucleus obtains a moving neutron, it splits in two, resulting in nuclear fission. Energy is emitted through heat, and as the nucleus is split in half, two to three neutrons are released. Presuming these neutrons cause other U-235 atoms' nuclei to split and neutrons to release, it will create a chain reaction. (See youtube video #1) Such reactions can cause great damage, when used in large proportions.




 * Nuclear Reactor [2] :

A device executing a nuclear chain reaction. This machine splits U-235 atoms, which makes steam, which turns the turbines, hence electrical energy. **


 * Moderator [2] : **


 * A fluid slowing down the speed of released neutrons. **


 * Reactor Fuel [2] : **

A fuel from uranium ore, utilized in an electrical generator. The ore goes through a long conversion process from ore to gas, to fuel.


 * Control Room [4]:

Where all Nuclear Power Plant operations are conducted. **

**Neutron [4]:**


 * A particle in an atom with electrical no charge. These are released when atoms are split. **

**Radio Isotopes [2] :**


 * Made by combining small amounts of specific elements with neutrons. They are used in medicine, cultivating crops, and even in smoke detectors. **

**Nucleus [4]:**

The center of an atom, the Nucleus splits in two to obtain power, thus Nuclear Power.

VIDEO #1

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Above is an example of a ball chain reaction. When the initial ball is thrown toward another, it stimulates movement, making that ball to be thrown off from its fixed place, creating a chain reaction.


 * Steps involved in accomplishing nuclear power [1] : **

1. Atoms are split, and neutrons are released, creating a chain reaction. (The chain reactions are moderated by liquids, preventing it from going out of control, and to confirm a constant flow of heat energy). 2. The fission heats up water, which produces steam. 3. The steam moves the turbines. 4. The turbines generate electrical power. 5. The steam that turns the turbines are liquefied, and repeat the process.

**Conservation of energy [1].

1. From steps one to two are the kinetic energy of neutrons to heat energy. 2. From steps two to three is the heat energy of steam to kinetic energy of the turbines. 3. From steps three to four is the kinetic energy of turbines to electrical energy. 4. The cycle is then repeated. **

Video #2

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This video explains what goes on in a nuclear reactor, and how electrical energy is eventually produced.

**News Article [3] :

This article is about the Nuclear Power 2010 program. ** This program focuses on identifying places open to Nuclear power plants, to expand energy production. The government finished supporting the program in February 2010, and the program has somewhat succeeded in its feat. "Nuclear Power 2010"


 * Advantages of Nuclear Power [1] :

Nuclear power is just as cheap as coal to make. It does not create smoke or carbon dioxide, thus little effect on the environment. It is extremely efficient, producing lots of energy from little fuel. A small pellet or uranium dioxide can produce energy for an average house for around one year. The source is also very reliable. And when used in big amounts can be very dangerous. Small amounts of waste are emitted. Although the earth lacks coal and oil, Nuclear power would be able to function without it. **


 * Disadvantages of Nuclear Power [1] : **


 * The world now is stocked with enough nuclear weapons to kill everyone on the face of the earth. Russia and the United states boast over 50,000 nuclear weapons combined. And if a violent person happened to get their hands on these weapons, or even if a nuclear war began, the world would be over. These explosions create radiation, which damage cells in the body, ending in either death or illness. If a chain reaction reaches one limit to control, it may result in a nuclear explosion. If Nuclear waste is placed in a ordinary environment, chances are they will either explode, or will kill people who touch them. This is why they store them in cooling pools to withdraw the heat. This source is NOT renewable. **

** Sources:

// Online Sources: 1. Energy Resources: Nuclear Power//. Google, 11 Jan. 2010. Web. 10 Apr. 2010. .

//2.// //What Is Uranium? How Does It Work?// World Nuclear Association, June 2006. Web. 10 Apr. 2010. .

//3. Nuclear Power 2010//. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY. Web. 10 Apr. 2010. .

Book Sources:

//4.// Nuclear Power//. North Mankato: Smart Apple Media, 2007. Print. Energy Sources.

Images: //

5. Atombombentest Romeo//. Wikimedia Commons, 24 Feb. 2008. Web. 2 Dec. 2005. .//

6.** Fission//. Wikimedia Commons, 24 Feb. 2008. Web. 10 Apr. 2010. .//