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Nuclear reactions and notation

Nuclear reactions and notation

A nuclear reaction changes an atomic nucleus, unlike a chemical reaction, which only rearranges electrons. Fission splits a large nucleus, while fusion joins small nuclei to form a larger nucleus.

6.7 Nuclear fission and fusion (physics only) Lesson

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Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel GCSE Physics 6.7 Nuclear fission and fusion (physics only). Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Master the required practical work and core equations early, since both papers can draw on content and maths skills from across the whole specification.

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