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Energy from the Nucleus
This program examines the process of radioactive decay, and how Einstein's special theory of relativity applies. The conversion of mass to energy is re-created in various simulations, such as nuclear fission and nuclear fusion. (10 minutes)(more details) |
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The Discovery of Radioactivity
This introductory program explores the nature of radioactivity and presents a historical overview of the scientific developments that led to its discovery. The research of Faraday, Rontgen, and the Curies is examined, and Becquerel's discovery of rad...(more details) |
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Electrical Energy from Fission
A review of nuclear fission demonstrates how the process can lead to chain reactions, controlled and harnessed in nuclear reactors. Outlining the functioning of a nuclear reactor step-by-step, the program shows how energy is produced and transmitted ...(more details) |
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Nuclear By-products
The fission process in the core of a nuclear reactor is illustrated, with emphasis on the dual nature of the by-products. The program explains the drawbacks of nuclear reactors as sources of energy, focusing on the long life of the nuclear waste prod...(more details) |
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Properties of Becquerel Rays
The discovery of Becquerel rays and their properties as well as the Curies' experiments with radioactive sources are re-created in this program. Experiments conducted by Rutherford illustrate the properties of the three types of radiation-alpha, beta...(more details) |
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