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What is split in a nuclear reactor to create energy?
In a nuclear reactor, the process of nuclear fission splits the nucleus of certain atoms, typically uranium-235 or plutonium-239, to create energy. This splitting of atomic nuclei releases a tremendous amount of heat energy, which is then used to generate electricity through steam turbines.
How can nuclear energy be captured and transformed into electrical energy?
The nuclear energy isn't so much as captured, but rather just "used". In the process, fission of uranium fuel rods causes water flowing through the reactor to be heated - eventually producing steam, which in turn spins turbines to create electricity.
What is split a nuclear reactor to create energy?
The nuclei of U-235 and also Pu-239 (which is made by neutron absorption of U-238)
How does a nuclear reactor work?
In brief, a nuclear reactor (as we know them), is a device which uses nuclear fission to generate energy that we can tap to do work. With the nuclear reactor, we use nuclear fuel (usually uranium or plutonium), and we arrange for a nuclear chain reaction to occur within the reactor. That reaction creates a lot of thermal energy (heat) through nuclear fission, and that thermal energy can be transferred into water to create steam. With a lot of steam, we can spin large steam turbines to turn generators to create electricity.There are other questions (with answers) here on WikiAnswers that explain in detail the ins and outs of nuclear reactors and nuclear fusion. Check the Related questions and use those links to investigate further.In an atomic energized power plant much like a fossil-filled force plant water is transformed into steam, which thusly drives turbine generators to create power. The distinction is the wellspring of warmth. At atomic force plants, the warmth to make the steam is made when uranium iotas split called splitting.
How is electricity made in a nuclear reactor?
Electricity is made at a nuclear power station by creating a controlled nuclear chain reaction, fission, in the reactor core. This fission process generates heat, lots of it, due to the release of binding energy corresponding to the loss of mass in the core. A coolant, usually water, keeps the temperature from reaching excessive levels. In the BWR (Boiling Water Reactor) that coolant flashes to steam. In the PWR (Pressurized Water Reactor) that coolant heats other coolant which flashes to steam. The steam spins a turbine / generator which makes electricity. The steam, which has now been condensed back to water by the turbine and condensor is reheated and fed back to the core (BWR) or steam generators (PWR) to repeat the cycle. The purpose of a nuclear reactor is to create and sustain a fission chain reaction in order to produce heat to make steam to drive turbines and produce electrical power (extremely simplified explanation). A fission chain reaction is the interaction of neutrons with fissile materials (elements that can be fissioned, and that go on to produce more neutrons). Some enriched fuel (such as uranium-235) is introduced into the reactor core. It produces neutrons as radiation. If more fissile material is present, that interaction repeats to make more neutrons, and so on. A nuclear reactor is designed to sustain a fission chain reaction and control the rate at which that reaction occurs.
How do you power generator to create electricity?
The nuclear reactor produces heat which is used to raise steam to feed a steam turbine/generator set
What is split in a nuclear reactor to create energy?
In a nuclear reactor, the process of nuclear fission splits the nucleus of certain atoms, typically uranium-235 or plutonium-239, to create energy. This splitting of atomic nuclei releases a tremendous amount of heat energy, which is then used to generate electricity through steam turbines.
Where does nuclear energy come from?
it comes from nuclear fissionNuclear energy is the fission of certain, materials such as uranium or plutonium,within a nuclear reactor. This produces heat, which turns water into steam. This steam rises, driving a turbine which creates electricity for commercial and public use.
Why did Henry T Sampson create the gamma-electrical cell?
He wanted to generate power from the shielding of a nuclear reactor.
Did atomic electricity create the atom bomb?
No, nuclear power to produce electricity was not developed until 1956
How can nuclear energy be captured and transformed into electrical energy?
The nuclear energy isn't so much as captured, but rather just "used". In the process, fission of uranium fuel rods causes water flowing through the reactor to be heated - eventually producing steam, which in turn spins turbines to create electricity.
What are some of the problems with using nuclear energy to create electricity?
kills power
Why thorium is not used as fuel in nuclear reactors?
Thorium is and can be used as a fuel in nuclear reactors. It just happens to be not fissile, so it needs a neutron flux to create Uranium-233, which is fissile. There are pros and cons of using Thorium. For more information, please see the Related Link below.
Difference between breeder reactors and nuclear reactors?
The nuclear reactor is different from the breeder reactor because it generates energy through fission. Historically, in order to be called a breeder, a reactor must be specifically designed to create more fissile material than it consumes. this is what I've looked up and been able to find
Why is j Ernest Wilkins Jr nuclear reactor important?
J. Ernest Wilkins, Jr. nuclear reactors were important because it helped create electrical power generation.
What components are present in every nuclear power plant that generates electricity?
(Nuclear reactor) creates heat Water heated to create pressurised steam (Boiler) Pressurised steam released via turbine chamber (Steam Turbine) translating motion to turbine shaft. Turbine shaft windings rotate inside magnets to generate electricity (Generator)
Is nuclear reactor harmful?
Like any powerful bit of machinery, it CAN be. However, you might note that there has never been a fatality in the US from the Nuclear portion of a nuclear power reactor. Reactors do not create green house gasses, and they do not put the pollutants into the air that oil and coal fired powerplants do. Spent nuclear fuel remains radioactive and must be stored in a safe manner.
