Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 17 - Radioactivity and Nuclear Chemistry - Exercises - Questions - Page 637: 36

Answer

The process of fission produces a lot of heat when Uranium atoms are split. The heat is used to vaporize water into steam, which then turns a turbine to generate electricity. This method is beneficial because no greenhouse gasses are emitted.

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The process of fission produces a lot of heat when Uranium atoms are split. The heat is used to vaporize water into steam, which then turns a turbine to generate electricity. This method is beneficial because no greenhouse gasses are emitted.
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