Nuclear reactions as a source of energy
2 marks · EasyRead the statements about nuclear reactions. For each one, write FISSION or FUSION.
(a)[1 mark]
Two light nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus.
(b)[1 mark]
A heavy nucleus splits into two lighter nuclei.
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(a) FUSION
(b) FISSION
Common mistakes: Mixing up fission and fusion.
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Marking points
B1 (a) · 1 mark · Correctly identifies 'fusion'.
B1 (b) · 1 mark · Correctly identifies 'fission'.
Worked solution
a) Fusion b) Fission