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Nuclear Fission (physics Only) (GCSE Physics)

The following is a GCSE Physics test covering 'Nuclear Fission (physics Only)' from the broader topic Atomic Structure. The test is geared towards the AQA exam board style syllabus.
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Which statement about radioactive waste from fission reactors is correct?
Which of these is a disadvantage commonly associated with nuclear power?
Why are breeder reactors designed to produce plutonium from uranium-238?
Which material is commonly used as a moderator in many nuclear reactors to slow down neutrons?
In a controlled nuclear reactor, what does “subcritical” mean?
Which particle commonly initiates a fission reaction in uranium-235?
Why must spent nuclear fuel be stored in special facilities for long periods?
What is the main purpose of control rods in a fission reactor?
Which of the following actions reduces personal radiation dose when working near radioactive sources?
What is the main environmental advantage of electricity from nuclear fission compared with fossil-fuel power stations?
Which radiation type is most harmful to living tissue if contamination occurs internally (ingested or inhaled)?