Source of Energy
Source of Energy: Overview
This topic discusses the generation of different forms of energy. It explains the generation of electrical energy using thermal energy with the help of a flow chart. It discusses energy transformation in the thermal power plants.
Important Questions on Source of Energy
What type of nuclei is (preferably) needed for slowing down fast neutrons?

If the nucleons of a nucleus are separated far apart from each other, the sum of masses of all these nucleons is larger than the mass of the nucleus.
Calculate the energy released if nucleus emits an particle.
Given:
Atomic mass of
Atomic mass of
Atomic mass of alpha-particle

If power of nuclear reactor is then rate of nuclear fission is :-

The mass equivalent of energy is

The energy equivalent of of a substance is

If the rate of emission of energy from a star is , the rate of loss of mass in the star will be

Calculate the energy equivalent of of substance

A nuclear reactor delivers a power of . What is the amount of fuel consumed by the reactor in one hour ?

Einstein was awarded Nobel prize for

The control rods used in the reactor of a nuclear power plant are made of _____.

Wind energy utilises......

Consider the items listed in column I and II below:
Column I | Column II |
(i) Breeder reactor | (a) Fusion reactors |
(ii) Energy of a star | (b) Controlled chain reaction |
(iii) Thermal neutrons | (c) Fast neutrons |
(iv) Plasma confinement | (d) Thermonuclear fusion |
The most appropriate matching of items in the two columns is given by

Describe photoelectric effect on the basis of its applications and importance.

In a nuclear reactor, the following fission reaction occurs
Control rods made of Cadmium are inserted to remove extra neutrons. How many neutrons need to be removed for each of the above reactions so that the reactor remains critical?

Define nuclear chain reaction.

Explain the ways to conserve an ocean.

Describe the importance of conservation of oceans.

Explain the importance of oceans for living and non-living components.

Explain the ways to conserve a forest.

Describe the importance of conservation of forest.
