Question 1

Akosombo Dam contains approximately m³ of water. Approximately, how much uranium is contained in that much seawater?

Accepted Answer

g

Question 2

The energy density of uranium is approximately MJ/kg. What does this figure suggest for the potential nuclear energy that can be extracted from a household water reservoir filled with seawater? Assume a reservoir volume of 10,000 litres (L).

Accepted Answer

J (or 20 MJ)

Question 3

Approximately how long can the uranium from the 10,000 L seawater tank serve the energy needs of a typical household, assuming a daily consumption of 30 kilowatt-hour (kWh)?

Accepted Answer

0.2 days

NSMQ 2024 Physics Fundamentals Round Set 2

Question 1