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 * // Step 1) //**** You will be assigned one of the following topics to research this week in class **

a) List difference resources for energy we use in our planet. List the pros and cons in using nuclear reactors as energy resources. What is your opinion? Support your view. b) Describe the science of how nuclear fission reactors work and list some of their applications? What are some of the controversial issues surrounding the use of fission reactors? d) What are nuclear weapons and what are some the short and long term effects of their use? What kinds of radiation are emitted in explosions brought about by nuclear weapons? e) What is nuclear waste and what controversies surround it? How is the government responding to this issue?


 * //__ Step 2 __//****__ : Brainstorm Keywords __**

Keywords describe the key parts of your topic; e.g. fusion, fission, nuclear energy, uranium, etc. Use “AND” to combine two or more keywords: e.g. fission AND uranium, fusion AND sun, safety AND nuclear reactors.


 * Research tip: ** Write down at least five keywords right now for your topic. As you conduct your research, also write down the keywords that worked well (that is, gave you relevant information).


 * __ PART 3: Cite Your Sources and Prepare for WIKI __**

Write citations for at least two web sites you used. In your Wiki, you must mention the names of the resources you used.


 * __ Citation #1: Web Site __**

// Name of Author(s):_ //

// Name of Article : _ //

__// Name of Website: //__

// Date of Publication // :_

// Date Accessed // :

Web site URL:

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