ML24011A035

Fact Sheet: the Student Corner Fun and Games - Crossword Puzzle (Standard)

ML24011A035
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Issue date:	01/11/2024
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Crossword Puzzle (Standard)

Solve the clues, and write in the answers to complete the crossword below.

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1. A radioactive element with the atomic number 92. It is used as fuel in some nuclear reactors.

5. When an atom splits and energ y is released. The energ y is usually in the for m of heat. This process can produce electricity.

6. The acronym for the agency in charge of regulating the commercial nuclear industr y.

7. Leftover material produced during the nuclear fuel cycle. It can be high level or low level.

8. A State that has signed an ag reement with the NRC.

10. Nuclear reactor fuel that has been depleted from use.

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2. Energ y given off by matter. This energ y is in the for m of particles or electromagnetic rays or waves.

3. A reactor is _____ when nuclear fuel maintains a fission chain reaction. This is the nor mal state of a working reactor.

4. A person who assesses the nuclear reactors and makes sure ever ything is working properly.

9. The heart of a nuclear power plant, where nuclear fission is started and controlled.