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waynest

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on: Aug 27, 2018
Is it possible for a nuclear fission power plant to blow up like an atomic bomb?
 
  A) Yes, if there is a collision between two fuel rods.
  B) No, the worst case scenario is a meltdown not a nuclear explosion.
  C) Yes, if the meltdown by-products reach the water table.
  D) No, there are too many safeguards to prevent such an event.

Question 2

Phosphine, PH3, has ________ covalent pairs and ________ lone pairs.
 
  A) 3; 0
  B) 3; 1
  C) 3; 2
  D) 2; 0


ApricotDream

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Reply #1 on: Aug 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

B


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