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Cobalt-60 finds use creating gamma rays to treat cancer. The video focuses on the properties of cobalt and offers some interesting history lessons on the use of cobalt. This is the 27th part in a larger, 118-part playlist of videos on chemical elements.
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Instructional Ideas
- Research current uses for cobalt since manufacturers rarely use it in televisions anymore
- Map the areas scientists can find cobalt
Classroom Considerations
- Relies on prior knowledge of the "old" color televisions, before LED and HDTVs
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Offers closed captioning in English and Portuguese for ELLs
- Requires very little class time
Cons
- None