Nuclear Fission

PBS Learning Media
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PBS Learning Media
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Keywords
FRONTLINE nuclear reactor nuclear fission U-235 uranium isotope fuel rod fuel assembly control rod core turbine nuclear reaction electricity radioactive particles radiation nuclear waste
Subjects
Science STEAM
Grade Levels
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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Nuclear Fission

This animation-enhanced essay from the FRONTLINE Web site details what happens inside a nuclear reactor core. Learn how engineers and technicians have designed nuclear facilities to control fission activity, regulate the tremendous heat released during fission, contain radiation, and process electricity.
Publisher
PBS Learning Media

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