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Talking about nuclear energy.The energy is not extracted from the earth rather the elements are dug out of the earth that are use to make nuclear energy.These elements are called Nuclear fuels.The elements are then taken to the Nuclear plants.The elements are then taken to the reacting chambers.In the chambers the uranium or similar radioactive elements is shot with a helium nucleus.That Helium Nucleus then breaks down uranium and make it excited due to energy absorption.The scientist Albert Einstein gave theory of relativity with the famous equation E=MC^2,so actually in that reaction there is a electron lost and that loss of electrons.Just imagine if you multiply the mass of electron with the square of speed of light you will get a really large number and that is the amount of energy produced.It is really great amount.You can also run a city for years on 1 spoon of uranium.The energy produces in the form of heat and the heat is used to heat up the water and then steam used to rotate a turbine.The turbine then produces the electricity.
The reaction of nuclear fission once started it cannot be stopped until unless lead rods are dipped or kept in the chamber.Water is also used to cool it down.This process can be started using other radioactive elements.
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How does nuclear energy extracted from the ground?
Nuclear energy is not extracted from the ground like fossil fuels. It is generated through a process called nuclear fission in nuclear reactors. Uranium atoms are split in a controlled chain reaction, releasing energy in the form of heat, which is then used to produce electricity.
Where is the majority of the nuclear energy that lands on earth produced and what are three ways this energy is used once it reaches Earth's surface?
The majority of nuclear energy on Earth is produced in the core of the sun through nuclear fusion reactions. Once this energy reaches Earth's surface, it is used for electricity generation in nuclear power plants, medical applications such as cancer treatments using radiation therapy, and research purposes like nuclear physics experiments.
What type of nuclear energy is more important for life on earth?
The nuclear energy that is most important for life on Earth is the nuclear fusion that powers the sun. This energy is essential for providing heat and light, which support life on our planet. Nuclear fission, used in nuclear power plants, also plays a role in providing electricity for human activities.
How could you convert nuclear energy to geothermal energy?
You can't. Nuclear energy refers to energy released by splitting or combining the nuclei of atoms. Geothermal energy refers to energy that comes from heat in the earth (geo referring to the earth, and thermal meaning heat). Once you generate heat from either of those sources, the heat is going to be the same.
Why geothermal energy and nuclear energy different in respect?
Geothermal energy comes from the Earth's core. As we can't examine this directly, scientists are uncertain just what produces this energy. Some will come from radioactive decay, and some is the residue from when the Earth was formed as a lump of hot matter, from some unknown supernova. As far as we know there is no nuclear fission process going on in the core, though I don't see why this should be discounted. Nuclear energy as produced by man is definitely a process of nuclear fission, so this is the difference.
Name the rock used to produce nuclear energy?
Uranium ore is the rock used to produce nuclear energy. It is extracted from the earth and processed to create fuel for nuclear reactors.
What would happen if uranium wasn't extracted?
No nuclear energy, no nuclear weapons
How does nuclear energy extracted from the ground?
Nuclear energy is not extracted from the ground like fossil fuels. It is generated through a process called nuclear fission in nuclear reactors. Uranium atoms are split in a controlled chain reaction, releasing energy in the form of heat, which is then used to produce electricity.
What happens to the earth when nuclear energy is used?
Essentially nothing. Uranium has to be mined and deuterium has to be extracted from water and some waste must be put into safe containment. Overall these are small impacts
What does solar nuclear and oil all have in common?
Solar, nuclear, and oil are all sources of energy used for power generation. Solar energy harnesses the sun's heat and light, nuclear energy comes from the splitting of atoms, and oil is a fossil fuel extracted from the earth. Despite their differences in origin and environmental impact, all three play crucial roles in meeting global energy demands.
Why is nuclear fusion important to life on earth?
Life on Earth gets its energy from the Sun, which produces the energy through nuclear fusion.
Is earth an example of nuclear energy?
No. Earth is an example of many things, such as an uneven rock with water in its low places, but earth is not energy, least of all nuclear.
Do nuclear bombs take energy from the earth?
no
What is an energy that we do not get from the sun?
Nuclear energy (ie that produced on earth from uranium)
Earth's energy sources?
There are many of energy sources in earth like solar energy, geothermal energy, hydroelectricity, tide energy, nuclear energy.
Is nuclear energy mined?
No, nuclear energy is not mined. Nuclear energy is produced by splitting atoms in a process called nuclear fission, which releases energy. The fuel used in nuclear reactors, such as uranium or plutonium, is mined from the earth.
Where is the majority of the nuclear energy that lands on earth produced and what are three ways this energy is used once it reaches Earth's surface?
The majority of nuclear energy on Earth is produced in the core of the sun through nuclear fusion reactions. Once this energy reaches Earth's surface, it is used for electricity generation in nuclear power plants, medical applications such as cancer treatments using radiation therapy, and research purposes like nuclear physics experiments.
