• P.S. 5: Nuclear Reactions and Radioactivity

     

    • Describe in simple terms, the processes that release nuclear energy (i.e. nuclear fission and nuclear fusion). Create a simple diagram to summarize, compare and contrast these two types of nuclear energy.
    • Compare and contrast physical, chemical, and nuclear changes.
    • Design an investigation that illustrates physical and chemical changes.
    • Given chemical formulas, write and balance simple chemical equations.
    • Analyze experimental data to determine whether it suppots the Law of Conservation of Mass.
    • Recognize that some types of chemical reactions require continuous input of energy (endothermic) and others release energy (exothermic).
    • Evaluate the positive and negative effects of using nuclear energy.

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