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Real-world STEM: develop fusion energy

2018
Examines fusion energy, discussing what exists now, how it is being devoloped, along with some of the challenges and possible solutions.

Nuclear energy

amazing atoms
An introduction to nuclear energy that defines what it is, describes how it is made, and discusses how it is used and its negative effects on the planet.

Careers in environmental and energy technology

Introduces readers to various career options in the field of environmental and energy technology and covers what the jobs entail, educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, employment prospects, and more.

Nuclear energy

2017
Explores how nuclear energy may be used in the future to provide the world with an alternate source of energy that is both renewable and better for the environment.

The pros and cons of nuclear power

2016
Examines the use of nuclear power as an energy source, and discusess the pros and cons of its continued use.

Nuclear energy

2006
Explains how fission and fusion release energy, discusses nuclear energy's benefits and safety issues, and investigates nuclear chain reactions in a hands-on demonstration.

Nuclear energy

2005
Bill Nye presents a scientific--and sometimes humorous--perspective on nuclear energy; exploring the risks and advantages of using nuclear power and visiting a nuclear waste site. Includes printable teacher's guide and Web links.

Energy from nuclear fission

splitting the atom
2016
"Discover more about nuclear energy, how it is created and harnessed, and the controversies and challenges that surround it."--Provided by publisher.

A serious but not ponderous book about nuclear energy

2001
Addresses the various issues surrounding nuclear energy and explores the best ways to make decisions regarding nuclear plants and energy.

The nuclear age

Describes the discovery of radioactivity in the late 1800s and traces the later development of plutonium and hydrogen to build powerful bombs. Chronicles the tension between the United States and Russia and the resulting nuclear race and depicts the investigation into the devastating potential of nuclear power which led to the creation of the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. Describes the dangers associated with nuclear energy and its effect on our environment and provides photos, a timeline, a glossary, and an index.

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