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Union of Concerned Scientists: Nuclear Power

For Students 9th - 10th
General information on nuclear power and feature articles on particular issues of the day such as articles concerning the nuclear reactor crisis in Japan due to the earthquake and tsunami of March, 2011.
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Website
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Nuclear Energy Institute

For Students 9th - 10th
The Nuclear Energy Institute is an extensive resource for information on nuclear technology, public policy issues, careers in nuclear energy, nuclear power plants, nuclear facts, radiation in agriculture, definitions, and much more.
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Website
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Pembina Institute: Renewable Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
Pembina Institute, a well respected Canadian research organization, has posted a variety of reports on renewable energy and energy efficiency here. Many of them respond to or make recommendations on federal and provincial government...
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eBook
Chiral Publishing

Chiral Publishing: An Introduction to Chemistry: Nuclear Energy: Audio Book

For Students 9th - 10th
Listen and learn as you view examples and explanations of nuclear energy. View examples and formulas for binding energy, nuclear fission, chain reaction, and nuclear power.
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Handout
National Geographic

National Geographic: Encyclopedic Entry: Non Renewable Energy

For Students 3rd - 8th
A good primer on non-renewable energy sources. Covers the overall advantages and disadvantages, and discusses the different types and their pros and cons. Includes a slideshow with captions.
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Website
Other

Union of Concerned Scientists: Science for a Healthy Planet and Safer World

For Students 9th - 10th
The official website for Union of Concerned Scientists provides information on environmental issues and suggestions on actions people can take to curb environmental harm.
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Handout
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Fa Qs About Nuclear Power

For Students 9th - 10th
Nuclear physicist, Dr. Charles Till, answers questions about nuclear power in this interview from the FRONTLINE Web site.
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Article
The Franklin Institute

Franklin Institute: The Case Files: History of Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
An early history and biographies of the most prominent scientists involved in developing the main sources of energy used in the twentieth century.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Potential Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this online tutorial, students are invited to investigate examples of potential energy and their transformations.
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Website
Government of Canada

Government of Canada: Introduction of the Federal Nuclear Emergency Plan

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource outlines the emergency procedures that have been developed in case of a federal nuclear emergency.
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Anthropocene

For Students 9th - 10th
What kind of evidence could demonstrate that humans have begun to dominate and alter the life systems of Earth and have entered a new geological epoch? This article discusses the suggestion that we have entered the Anthropocene and...
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Energy Through Time

For Students 9th - 10th
The quest for energy has always been a balancing act. As humans have gained greater control over their environment, they've found abundant resources - and faced numerous challenges. This article traces the history of our quest for energy.
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eBook
Chiral Publishing

Chiral Publishing: An Introduction to Chemistry: Nuclear Chemistry [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
In Chapter 18, Nuclear Chemistry, learn about the nucleus and radioactivity, uses of radioactive substances, and nuclear energy. View different objectives that help aide the understanding of nuclear energy and radioactive emissions....
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Handout
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

The National Academies: Our Energy Sources: Nuclear Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
Nuclear fission energy accounts for a large portion of energy production worldwide. New plants will use improved technologies. There is also research underway to explore how to harness the energy produced from nuclear fusion, but this...
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Handout
eSchool Today

E School Today: Non Renewable Energy

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn what non-renewable energy is and the different types.
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Handout
Energy for Sustainable Development

Esd Bulgaria: Kids & Energy: Uranium (Nuclear)

For Students 9th - 10th
Nuclear energy is energy in the nucleus of an atom. Atoms are tiny particles that make up every object in the universe. There is enormous energy in the bonds that hold atoms together. Nuclear energy can be used to make electricity. But...
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Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Low Level Nuclear Waste: A Geographic Analysis

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson, learners will learn what nuclear waste is and how to analyze the problems surrounding it. They will compare and contrast low- and high-level nuclear waste, and make decisions concerning how to dispose of low-level nuclear...
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Handout
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Comission

Explore Pa History: Nuclear Accident at Three Mile Island

For Students 9th - 10th
Examine the events surrounding and impact following what was called, "the worst" nuclear accident in Unites States history.
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Article
Society for Science and the Public

Science News for Students: Quake Leaves Destruction, Fear

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the triple disaster that hit Japan on March 11, 2011, with first an earthquake, then a tsunami, followed by the Fukushima nuclear disaster. Explains some of the basic science behind nuclear fission.
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Handout
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: Nuclear Energy: Background

For Students 9th - 10th
A resource page on nuclear energy. Learn what nuclear energy is, how it is produced, the history of the power, and advantages and disadvantages.
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Website
Other

World Nuclear Association: Three Mile Island Accident

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about causes and effects of the meltdown that occurred at the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in 1979. Learn about the layout of the plant and the changes that have been made so another meltdown will not occur.
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Website
Other

Abc Da Energia

For Students 2nd - 5th
ABC Da Energia describes the many ways that energy can be obtained and conserved. It explains different sources of energy, how each works, and how energy can be saved in our daily lives. Interactive energy-saving activities and games...
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Website
Other

Nuclear Control Institute: The Plutonium Threat

For Students 9th - 10th
This article focuses on the potential hazards associated with the element plutonium.
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Activity
Other

Bsi Education: Alternative Energy

For Students 9th - 10th
The Applied Science resource consists of practical activities that demonstrate the importance of standard procedures in scientific work. Students examine alternative energy through a variety of activities. Some topics investigated are...