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What is a fission reaction?
The process of splitting the nucleus of an atom.
The process of combining atoms to form a larger atom.
The process of changing the physical arrangement of
particles.
The process of combining atoms together into a molecule.
The unit of measurement for electricity is...
Calories
Watts
Grams
Meters
Rancho Buena Vista High School creates electricity using _______ power.
nuclear
wind
solar
coal
What is a fusion reaction?
The process of splitting the nucleus of an atom.
The process of combining atoms to form a larger atom.
The process of changing the physical arrangement of
particles.
The process of combining atoms together into a molecule.
Which of the following is a renewable source of power?
oil
coal
nuclear
wind
Which type of power plant was San Onofre before it was deactivated in 2013?
natural gas
nuclear
coal
hydroelectric
Which of the following releases radiation?
geothermal
natural gas
solar
nuclear
Which of the following is a description of a thermal energy power plant?
A fossil fuel is burned or uranium goes through fission to boil water. The steam spins a turbine that spins a generator, making electricity.
The wind pushes a fan-like blade spinning a turbine which spins a generator, making electricity.
Water flows downhill through a dam, spinning a turbine which spins a generator, making electricity.
Light hits a panel and a reaction occurs transforming the energy into electricity.
Electricity involves _________ flowing through thin metal wires.
protons
neutrons
electrons
atoms
Which WOULDN'T be a conductor?
copper
plastic
gold
salt water
What charge does an neutron have?
negative (-)
positive (+)
neutral or no charge (0)
Which type of power plant is the Palomar Energy Center in Escondido?
natural gas
nuclear
coal
hydroelectric
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