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Nuclear Fusion

Nuclear Fusion

This simple and engaging astronomy activity explains nuclear fusion and how radiation is generated by stars, using marshmallows as a model. Learners will explore what cosmic radiation is and where it comes from, and how the elements in the universe are generated. The PDF contains step-by-step instructions, photos, presentation tips, links to background information, and a printable Periodic Table of the Elements....

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Keywords:
Gamma-ray, Elementary Particles and Nuclear Physics, Energy and Power, NSDL, Universe, Stars and Galaxies, Carbon, Atom, Physics, Helium, Electromagnetic Spectrum, Chemistry, Astronomy, Space Science, Hydrogen, Materials Science, Nuclear Chemistry, Nucleus, Life Science, Periodic Table, Physical Science, Stars, Origin of Solar System, Atomic Structure, Simulation-Based Learning, Elements, Nuclear Fusion, Origins of Universe, Technology, Star, Elements and Periodic Table, Earth and Space Science, Education, Heat and Temperature, Energy, Proton, Cosmic Radiation, Marshmallow
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Material Type:
Simulation
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 27, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
June 9, 2021
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Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Grade School, Middle School, High School
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PDF
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Language:
English
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No
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Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States

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