21. Nuclear Chemistry

Which force is responsible for holding the protons and neutrons together within the nucleus of an atom?

Which of the following best describes the difference between fission and fusion nuclear reactions?

Why do nuclear power plants use fission instead of fusion?

When calculating the nuclear binding energy of an atom, which quantity must be determined first?

In which type of nuclear reaction is an atom of one element converted into an atom of another element?

Which term best describes the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom that holds protons and neutrons together?

In the context of nuclear reactors, what is the primary effect of neutron absorption by a nucleus?

Which of the following best describes the difference between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion?

Atoms that are heavier than iron are generally produced by which process?