Evaluating Nuclear Technology Applications and Society Impact

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Research and evaluate benefits and risks associated with medical radioisotopes, food irradiation, and nuclear energy generation.

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Nuclear Chemistry and Society

10th Grade · Science · TEKS

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Understand radioactive decay, half-life calculations, nuclear fission/fusion, and evaluate nuclear technology applications.

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112.43(b)(4)(B)Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · Science · 10th Grade

relate the impact of past and current research on scientific thought and society, including research methodology, cost-benefit analysis, and contributions of diverse scientists as related to the content; and

Open Global Standard:OGS.11.SEP.6

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