Instructional Video

Nuclear Reactions

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

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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Resource Details
Grade
4th - 6th
Subjects
Science
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Media Length
9:13
Instructional Strategy
Flipped Classroom
Usage Permissions
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