nuclear energy

Describes how nuclear waste is created and stored and how we safely dispose of this potentially dangerous material.

A collection of essays that address the dangers of radioactivity in the United States.

Traces the developments in nuclear energy, automobiles, light bulbs, commercial electricity, and personal computers, to show how historical, political, cultural, organizational, economic, and psychological factors all influence the path a technology takes.

Provides an inside account of the decades-long search for fusion power, introducing the principles of fusion and magnetic fusion research, discussing fusion's potential to provide an environmentally acceptable energy source, and looking at some of the technical breakthroughs that are being explored as a result of fusion.

Discusses the scientific and technological background and the advantages and disadvantages of the powerful and controversial form of energy released through the splitting of the atom.

Traces the history of the atomic bomb, discussing its creation, use, impact on World War II, and the influence atomic power has on the world.

Presents information on the properties of atoms and on nuclear power and energy.

Presents opposing viewpoints on various aspects of nuclear power, including the questions of whether it is necessary, safe, or desired by people in this country.

Presents the history of the creation of nuclear power during the twentieth century. Outlines the purposes for which nuclear power is used and discusses such topics as the atomic bomb, nuclear fission, and radioactive decay.