What type of power is generated by splitting uranium atoms?
- Correct Answer: nuclear power
- fossil fuel power
- wind power
- solar power
Explanation: Nuclear power plants use uranium that has been concentrated in fuel rods ( Figure below ). The uranium atoms are split apart when they are hit by other extremely tiny particles. These particles must be controlled or they would cause a dangerous explosion.
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