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Nuclear Reactions

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Part of a longer film, "Our Friend the Atom," this segment focuses on how nuclear radiation was discovered. Ping-Pong balls and mouse-traps combine to show a very visual demonstration of how nuclear reactions occur. The dangers of nuclear power are discussed as well. Use this video to stimulate curiosity at the beginning of your nuclear energy unit.

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atoms, nuclear energy

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Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
9:13
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For Teacher Use
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Flipped Classroom
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