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4.4 Nuclear fission and fusion

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Question 9
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Why is the chain reaction in a nuclear reactor controlled?

[1]
A

To stop any gamma radiation being emitted by the fuel

B

To make sure no neutrons at all are released by the fuel

C

To control the rate at which energy is released by the fuel

D

To change the fuel from uranium into a lighter element

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4.4 Nuclear fission and fusion Questions

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40 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Physics 4.4 Nuclear fission and fusion, covering 4.4.1 Nuclear fission and 4.4.2 Nuclear fusion. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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