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Nuclear Power

PI-06 Nuclear Power and Nuclear Waste

TermDefinition
nuclear power the power generated from nuclear fission or fusion
fission a nuclear reaction in which a heavy nucleus splits, releasing energy (what is used in nuclear power today)
fusion a nuclear reaction in which atomic nuclei come together to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy
nuclear fuel radioactive elements like uranium (most common) and plutonium
base load the minimum level of demand on an electrical grid over a span of time
radioactive emitting ionizing radiation or particles
containment building a fortified structure housing the nuclear reactor in thick concrete
cooling tower a structure where hot water is cooled (typically very tall)
fuel rod a cylindrical tube containing nuclear fuel pellets
nuclear waste radioactive waste material produced by nuclear reactors
casks large containers used for the storage and transportation of radioactive materials
radiation shielding barriers to protect from excessive exposure to radiation (often concrete or water)
nuclear meltdown a severe nuclear reactor accident
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