Nuclear Physics Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions | Printable PDF

This reading comprehension passage is about Nuclear Physics.

This passage discusses questions like: * What is nuclear physics? * What are the three types of particles found in an atom? * What is the name of the center of an atom? * How do protons differ from electrons? * What is the purpose of a particle accelerator in nuclear physics? * How is nuclear energy used in power plants? * What is the process called when an atom's nucleus is split? * What are nuclear bombs? * What is nuclear fusion? * What is the difference between nuclear fission and nuclear fusion? * What is the potential of nuclear fusion as a energy source? * What are the risks of using nuclear energy? * Why is nuclear energy considered as a sustainable source? * What is the primary objective of nuclear physics research? * How does nuclear physics impact our daily lives?

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What is all included?
✔ Reading Passage on Nuclear Physics (PDF)
✔ 10 Multiple Choice Questions
✔ Answer Key for MCQs