The Science of Nuclear Energy
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Topics Covered- Atomic physics and the nature of isotopes and radioactivity. The processes of fission and fusion.
- The distinction between energy of power and the increasing need to generate electrical power.
- The use of nuclear fission in power stations. The production of radioactive waste and some solutions.
- The cause of nuclear incidents in the past, the effect on the environment and local populations.
- The national grid and possible energy sources.
- Future developments in the technology that harnesses nuclear fission and fusion.
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| Rating | 4.0★ based on 1 ratings |
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| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 3 hours per week |
| Starts | Apr 27 (208 weeks ago) |
| Cost | $74 |
| From | The Open University via FutureLearn |
| Instructors | Rudy Romain, Jan Kowal |
| Download Videos | Only via web browser |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Programming |
| Tags | R Nature & Environment |
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| Rating | 4.0★ based on 1 ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 3 hours per week |
| Starts | Apr 27 (208 weeks ago) |
| Cost | $74 |
| From | The Open University via FutureLearn |
| Instructors | Rudy Romain, Jan Kowal |
| Download Videos | Only via web browser |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Programming |
| Tags | R Nature & Environment |
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