Answer to Question 1Most workers in nuclear energy are scientists, engineers, technicians, and equipment operators. In 2010, there
were about 19,100 nuclear engineers. Nuclear engineers conduct research and design the processes systems and
instrument to use nuclear energy. Nuclear technicians perform technical tasks involving nuclear physics. Nuclear
equipment monitoring technicians monitor results of nuclear operations and their effects. Nuclear equipment
operation technicians assist nuclear scientists in laboratory and production activities by operating the equipment
needed to release, control, and use nuclear energy.
Answer to Question 2Coal miners are subject to harsh conditions underground, which are damp, dark, and noisy. Office workers, drivers,
and other support personnel work in conditions typical of similar workers in other businesses and industries.
Four main models that describe the relationship between ecosystem function and biodiversity.
Identify the structures shown below by filling in the blanks.
Solar Energy
Kinetic Energy
Energy profile of anaerobic glycolysis
Food choices vs. energy choices