Fission of U-235 must be controlled in order to be used for the production of electricity. If it's not controlled, it can lead to a nuclear meltdown or an explosion similar to a bomb. Control rods are used to regulate the rate of fission and prevent it from getting out of control.

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Fission of U-235

Question 65

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Fission of U-235:

A) results in the release of electrons, which collide with other U-235 atoms creating a chain reaction.
B) releases a great amount of heat, which is used to transform steam into water.
C) must be controlled in order to be used for the production of electricity.
D) in power plants may get out of control generating a bomb-like nuclear explosion.
E) is controlled by the careful placement of the reactor core within the turbine.

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