Modern Physics and Nuclear Processes · Modern Physics
Mass-Energy Equivalence
Investigating Einstein's famous equation and its implications for energy production.
Key Questions
- 1How is mass converted into energy during a nuclear reaction?
- 2What variables determine the total energy yield of a fusion reaction in a star?
- 3How does this model explain the tremendous energy released by a relatively small amount of nuclear fuel?
Common Core State Standards
HS-PS1-8HS-ESS1-2
Grade: 9th Grade
Subject: Physics
Unit: Modern Physics and Nuclear Processes
Period: Modern Physics
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