Nuclear Fusion
Unknown Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can explain the process of nuclear fusion and its significance in energy production.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 5 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Describe the process of nuclear fusion, including the types of nuclei involved and the conditions necessary for the reaction to occur.
2. Explain the significance of Einstein’s equation E=mc² in the context of nuclear fusion and how it relates to energy production.
3. Compare and contrast nuclear fusion and nuclear fission, highlighting their differences in terms of process, products, and energy output.
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