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What is nuclear power? 

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Nuclear power is the power that is obtained by the energy released from nuclear fission that is splitting of the nucleus of radioactive minerals like Uranium and Thorium. The energy released from nuclear fission is used to heat water, the steam released from it is used to rotate a turbine that generates electricity. 

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Chapter 13: Non-Conventional Sources of Energy - EXERCISES [Page 162]

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Morning Star Total Geography [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 13 Non-Conventional Sources of Energy
EXERCISES | Q II. 5. (a) | Page 162
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