nuclear engineering

Explains how nuclear energy is produced, the history of how it was discovered and discusses the dangers of using nuclear power including plant meltdowns, nuclear bombs, waste disposal and its benefits.

Provides an introduction to the history of nuclear energy, including biographical information on important people in the field. Discusses both the beneficial and the deadly ways nuclear energy has been used. Contains a guide to further research on nuclear power issues.

Presents an overview of the history and development of nuclear power and its impact on the twentieth century.

An introduction to nuclear energy that explains where it comes from, how it is used, and how a nuclear reactor works and discusses problems related to nuclear power such as radioactive waste and events such as the Chernobyl disaster.

Presents a collection of twenty-two essays that discuss discoveries in atomic energy including Einstein's theory, the first controlled chain reaction, the atomic bombs, nuclear reactors, Chernobyl, and more.

Husband-and-wife journalists decide to vacation by touring the world's nuclear facilities. Intersperses travel anecdotes with information about the history and current state of nuclear arsenals in places such as the Marshall Islands, Kazakhstan, and Iran.

Collects sixteen essays that provide varying perspectives on issues related to nuclear power, debating if it is a green energy source, its danger, and if it can be used for terrorism.

A comprehensive overview of nuclear energy, including an essay on its history; a chronology of events, legislation, and movements; biographical profiles of activists, advocates, and legislators; tables, figures, and documents; a directory of agencies and organizations; an annotated bibliography of print and nonprint resources including Web sites; and a glossary.

Presents a historical overview of nuclear power and describes the scientific and technological aspects of constructing a nuclear power plant.