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Counting Neutrons on the Moon

Counting Neutrons on the Moon

Find out how scientists are using a neutron detector onboard a satellite to try to find water on the Moon in this video adapted from NASA. OER Level

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Everyday Radiation

Everyday Radiation

How much radiation are we exposed to every day? Find out in this video segment adapted from FRONTLINE. OER Level

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6-12

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Fusion: Testing the First Hydrogen Device

Fusion: Testing the First Hydrogen Device

This video segment adapted from AMERICAN EXPERIENCE features original footage of the U.S. test of the first hydrogen device, code-named "Mike", that would trigger thermonuclear fusion. OER Level

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6-12

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Fusion: The Hydrogen Bomb

Fusion: The Hydrogen Bomb

Just after World War II, nuclear scientists turned their attention from fission to fusion. This video segment adapted from AMERICAN EXPERIENCE looks at the beginnings of thermonuclear power generation. OER Level

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6-12

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Nuclear Reaction: Fission

Nuclear Reaction: Fission

This video segment adapted from FRONTLINE looks at nuclear fission as an energy source that can be used to generate electricity. OER Level

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6-12

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Nuclear Reaction: Meltdown

Nuclear Reaction: Meltdown

What happens when a nuclear reactor overheats? This video segment adapted from FRONTLINE looks at the nuclear reactor meltdown at Chernobyl, the worst accident of its kind. OER Level

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6-12

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Nuclear Waste: Yucca Mountain

Nuclear Waste: Yucca Mountain

What happens to nuclear waste? This video segment adapted from FRONTLINE explores the controversy surrounding the United States' first nuclear repository site. OER Level

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6-12

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Radon Radiation

Radon Radiation

The biggest source of environmental radiation might be in your home. Find out more in this video segment adapted from FRONTLINE. OER Level

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