Classify nuclear reactions
High school students classify the major types of nuclear reactions — fission, fusion, and radioactive decay — in this Physical Science worksheet on Nuclear and Applied Chemistry. Teachers can use it as a consolidation activity after an introductory lesson on nuclear physics or as a vocabulary-building scaffold before students investigate nuclear energy applications in depth. Classifying nuclear reactions prepares students for discussions of energy production, radiation safety, and nuclear medicine.
Learning objectives
- Classify nuclear reactions as fission, fusion, or radioactive decay
- Describe the defining features and energy changes of each reaction type
- Connect nuclear reaction classifications to real-world energy and technology applications
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