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1
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Describe the structure of nuclei of isotopes

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2
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Explain how atoms may gain or lose electrons to form ions

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3
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what are alpha and beta particles and gamma rays

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4
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give features of alpha, beta and gamma rays

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5
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Compare alpha, beta and gamma radiations

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6
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describe and explain nuclear reactions

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7
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explain the fission of U-235

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8
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Explain the principle of a controlled nuclear chain reaction

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9
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Explain how the chain reaction is controlled in a nuclear reactor

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10
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Describe how thermal (heat) energy from the chain reaction is converted into electrical energy in a nuclear power station

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11
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what are the products of nuclear fission

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12
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Describe nuclear fusion

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13
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Explain the difference between nuclear fusion and nuclear fission

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14
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Explain why nuclear fusion does not happen at low temperatures and pressures

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15
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Relate the conditions for fusion to the difficulty of making a practical and economic form of power station

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16
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Demonstrate an understanding that new scientific theories, such as ‘cold fusion’, are not accepted until they have been validated by the scientific community

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