GEO3510 Nuclear Energy

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What is fission power?

The splitting of heavy isotopes

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All commercial nuclear plants are…

Fission based

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What is a significant challenge of nuclear fission power generation?

Waste disposal, which is unresolved in the US

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Fusion Power is…

A very large source of energy

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Why is fusion power not used?

It is very technically challenging

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What are the different types of nuclear reactors?

Boiling water reactors

Pressurized water reactors

Breeder reactors

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What are the components of a nuclear fission reactor?

Nuclear Fuel: From 235U, 232Th, or 239Pu

Moderator: Graphite or Water

Heat Transfer Agent: Water or CO2