Thermodynamics and Modern Physics · Thermodynamics

Quantum and Nuclear Physics

Exploring the dual nature of light and matter, radioactive decay, and mass energy equivalence.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the photoelectric effect provide evidence for the particle nature of light?
  2. 2What variables affect the half life and stability of isotopes used in medical imaging?
  3. 3How would an engineer apply nuclear fission principles to design a carbon neutral energy source?

Common Core State Standards

HS-PS1-8HS-PS4-3
Grade: 12th Grade
Subject: Physics
Unit: Thermodynamics and Modern Physics
Period: Thermodynamics

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