The ABC's of Nuclear Science

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• Subject: Science and Technology
• Institution Name: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
• Collection: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
• Grade Level: Post-secondary

• Abstract: The ABC's of Nuclear Science is a brief introduction to Nuclear Science. We look at Antimatter, Beta rays, Cosmic connection and much more. Visit here and learn about radioactivity - alpha, beta and gamma decay. Find out the difference between fission and fusion. Learn about the structure of the atomic nucleus. Learn how elements on the earth were produced. Do you know that you are being bombarded constantly by nuclear radiation from the Cosmos? Discover if there are radioactive products found in a grocery store. Do you know if you have ever eaten radioactive food? Find out what materials are needed to shield us from alpha, beta, gamma, radiation. Discover what have we gained by its study.

• Languages: English
• Material Types: Teaching and Learning Strategies, Other
• Media Formats: Text/HTML, Graphics/Photos

• Conditions of Use: No License