Nuclear lab
Nuclear Lab is an interactive workshop which describes and demonstrates how uranium is used to generate electricity in a nuclear power plant. The participant will design their own nuclear power plant with design goals and limitations. Radiation is investigated using Geiger counters to detect radiation from everyday household objects.
Nuclear fission occurs when the nucleus splits and releases energy
Program Duration:
45 minutes
Visits Types:
School Visits.
Age Group:
Secondary stage, Intermediate stage.
Accessibility:
Yes