CK-12 Foundation
Marie Curie's Classroom
What makes some elements stable and others radioactive? Scholars adjust the number of protons and neutrons in an element then observe its decay. The simulation includes a graphical representation and the chemical formula, as well as...
Education World
Every Day Edit - Marie Curie
In this everyday editing learning exercise, students correct grammatical mistakes in a short paragraph about Marie Curie. The errors range from punctuation, spelling, grammar, and capitalization.
Curated OER
Marie Curie
In this famous person activity, students read a passage about Marie Curie and then complete a variety of in-class and homework activities to support comprehension, including partner interviews, spelling, cloze, synonym matches, and...
Curated OER
Radioactive Samples
Students examine the different types of radioactivity. In this radioactive samples lesson students complete a lab activity on radiation and complete a handout.
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Selected Elements
This collection consists of a slide on each of the following unrelated, but fascinating elements: einsteinium, curium, radium, radon, nobelium, seaborgium, silicon, magnesium, and postassium. You will not find detailed information on the...
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Chemical Formulas
Here is an interesting lesson which invites learners to focus on understanding and interpreting the symbols used in writing and communicating information about chemical elements, compounds, and equations. The hope is that this knowledge...
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How Does Radon Get Into Your Home?
Students examine their home and calculates the amount of ventilation found. They also compute the surface area of different objects. They determine what is needed to reduce the amount of radon entering the home.
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How Does Radon Get Into Your Home?
Students complete an experiment in which they measure the radon level in their home. They examine the different types of units of measurement and practice using them throughout the activity. They calculate surface area on objects as well.
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American Institute of Physics: Marie Curie and the Science of Radioactivity
Resource provides an in-depth exhibit featuring Marie Curie and her contribution to the science of radioactivity.
Science Museum, London
Science Museum: Online Stuff: Marie Curie and the History of Radioactivity
Read about Nobel Prize winner, Marie Curie's life, and her historical work with radioactivity.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: Maria Sklodowska Curie
Read about the life and scientific work of Marie Curie, possibly the most famous female scientist in history. In addition to providing biographical information, this page includes details on her scientific discoveries and her influence...
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: Pierre Curie Biographical
Use this site to learn about Pierre Curie's (1859-1906 CE) work with radiation and contributions to the world of science, which earned him The Novel Prize in Physics, an award he shared with Henri Becquerel and Marie Curie.
My Hero Project
My Hero: Madame Curie
Use this site to learn about Marie Curie's scientific discoveries in radiation, which resulted in the creation of both modern cancer treatments and the atomic bomb.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: Antoine Henri Becquerel Biographical
Read about Becquerel's (1852-1908 CE) contributions to the world of science, which earned him The 1903 Nobel Prize in Physics. This detailed biography includes important dates as well as an overview of his world with radioactivity.
National Health Museum
Radioactivity: Historical Figures
A summary of the contributions of Wilhelm Roentgen, Antione Henri Becquerel, Marie Curie, and Ernest Rutherford on radioactivity.