CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Physics Simulation: Marie Curie's Classroom
[Free Registration/Login Required] Study the basics of radioactive decay and the properties of atomic nuclei in Marie Curie's laboratory and classroom. A PDF worksheet and a video tutorial are also available. [3:32]
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: Marie Curie Biographical
This site from the Nobel eMuseum from the Nobel Foundation provides information for you to read about the life and scientific discoveries of Marie Curie (1867-1934 CE), whose work with radioactivity earned her two Nobel Prizes.
American Geosciences Institute
American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Geologic Age
Explore geologic time of the Earth and learn how radioactive decay helps to establish a timeline.
Chem4kids
Chem4 Kids: Atoms: Neutrons
Students will find an explanation of the neutron particle located inside the atom's nucleus. Website also defines isotopes and the process of radioactive decay.
Concord Consortium
Concord Consortium: Geiger
In this dynamic data science game, students try to track down a speck of extremely dangerous radioactive material, which has been lost somewhere in the middle of their lab.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Radioactive Decay Model
Substitute coins for radiation. A coin experiment using radioactive decay.
Google
Google for Education: Model Radioactive Decay Using Computational Thinking
Through this demonstration students will understand radioactive including its probabilistic nature and begin to see how scientists use computational thinking to model complex phenomena.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Radioactive Decay 3
This Algebra Cruncher generates an endless number of practice problems for radioactive decay -- with hints and solutions!
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Ap Calculus: Radioactivity and Half Life [Pdf]
Apply the Law of Exponential Change to solve a "real-world" science problem. Formulas and examples are provided. Great review for the AP Calculus test!
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Radioactivity Activity
This activity is part of Planet Diary and contains an online exploration of waste in different states. Students investigate the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Superfund Priorities site for sources of nuclear waste and then see...
Physics Aviary
Physics Aviary: Radioactive Shielding Lab
This lab is designed to allow students to look at the factors that affect the amount of radiation that is absorbed by different shielding materials.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Radioactive Review
This lesson consists of half-life problems for the students to work out.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: The Nobel Prize in Physics 1938
At this site from The Nobel Foundation, read about the life and scientific discoveries of physicist Enrico Fermi (1901-1954), whose work with radiation and "discovery of nuclear reactions brought about by slow neutrons" earned him the...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Uranium
Information about the radioactive element, Uranium, atomic number 92. Describes its history, physical and atomic properties, how abundant it is on the Earth, and permissible exposure limits. Also discusses sources, uses, isotopes,...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Radon
Information about the radioactive element, Radon, atomic number 86. Covers physical properties, atomic properties, how abundant it is on the Earth, details about its impact on human health, and about how it can be monitored.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Radium
Information about the radioactive element, Radium, atomic number 88. Covers physical and atomic properties, how abundant it is on the Earth, and permissible exposure limits.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Mendelevium
Information about the synthetic, radioactive element, Mendelevium, atomic number 101. Covers its discovery, physical and atomic properties, and details about permissible exposure.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: Pierre Curie Nobel Lecture
At this site download and read Pierre Curies Nobel Lecture, "Radioactive substance, especially radium" (in pdf format).
Utah Education Network
Uen: Penny Half Life Lab
Students will use pennies to model the half-life of radioactive atoms.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Nuclear Fission
Start a chain reaction, or introduce non-radioactive isotopes to prevent one. Control energy production in a nuclear reactor.
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Radioactive
This is a radioactive warning sign used to alert people of possible dangers in the area. The sign has room for specifics to be written including the contents and activity.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Nuclear Physics
Through informational text, interactive activities, and virtual animations students learn about the atomic nucleus, fission, fusion, and radioactive decay.
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.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Half Life in Nuclear Chemistry
Explains what is meant by the half-life of a radioactive element and how it is calculated.
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