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Important Questions on Energy Production

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The major problem in harnessing nuclear energy is how to:
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Out of two elements A and B with mass number 2 and 235 respectively which one is suitable for making

(a) a nuclear reactor

(b) a hydrogen bomb

Name the nuclear reaction involved in each case. Write one difference between the two types of nuclear reactions.

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Which one of the following forms of energy leads to least environmental pollution in the process of its harnessing and utilisation?
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Write two different ways of harnessing energy from ocean.
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Name one fuel used in nuclear reactor.
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Write two advantages of classifying energy sources as renewable and non-renewable.
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Choose the incorrect statement regarding wind power.
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Which of these will generate electric current, when kept in sunlight but not when kept in the dark?
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State the cause of release of energy in nuclear fission reaction. List two demerits of nuclear power generation.
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(a) Name the elements which can be used for generation of electricity in nuclear power plants.

(b) Why many nuclear power plants could not be installed in our country? Give two reasons.

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Is hydrogen gas renewable?
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Name two sources of energy which are pollution free.

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What is nuclear energy? Give two advantages and two hazards of nuclear energy?
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Which part of the solar cooker is responsible for greenhouse effect?
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Which is the ultimate source of energy?
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Write four differences between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion. What is the role of moderator, coolant, control rods, fuel rods in a nuclear power plant?
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Name two energy sources that you would consider to be renewable. Give reasons for your choices.
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Ocean thermal energy is due to:
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How are wastes produced in nuclear power plants different from that produced in thermal power plants? How is the waste of nuclear power plant disposed of?  
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(a) Distinguish between renewable and non-renewable sources of energy with one example of each.

(b) Choose the renewable sources of energy from: Coal, biogas, sun, natural gas.