Taught by Professor Lawrence Weinstein of Old Dominion University, this course explains the science, history, hazards, applications, and latest advances in nuclear physics. You learn the principles of radioactivity, how nuclear bombs and reactors work, the uses of radiation for cancer treatment and medical imaging, what makes some forms of radiation dangerous, plus you tour a linear accelerator.
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Jun 1, 2020
Take a whirlwind tour of nuclear physics, getting a glimpse of the rich array of topics and concepts you will cover in this course. Professor Weinstein explains the constituents of the nucleus; what holds the nucleus together, its role in determining atomic identity; and the nature of isotopes. He introduces two key tools: the periodic table of elements and the table of nuclides.
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Nuclear Physics Explained Season 1 premiered on June 1, 2020.
Nuclear Physics Explained Season 1 has 1 episode.
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "A Tour of the Nucleus and Nuclear Forces". It aired on June 1, 2020.
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