Question

9) In nuclear power plants, a controlled chain reaction results in release of __________ energy.

1 point

thermal

nuclear

electric

chemical

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Answer 1

Answer:

The fissioning of atoms in the chain reaction also releases a large amount of energy as heat. The generated heat is removed from the reactor by a circulating fluid, typically water. This heat can then be used to generate steam, which drives turbines for electricity production.