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Peer reviewedSeaborg, Glenn T. – Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, 1971
Argues in favor of extending the peaceful use of atomic energy. (AL)
Descriptors: Energy, Environment, Nuclear Energy, Radiation
Peer reviewedLindop, Patricia J.; Rotblat, J. – Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, 1971
Descriptors: Environment, Genetics, Nuclear Energy, Pollution
Peer reviewedBenedict, Manson – Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, 1971
Advocates building demonstration plants of liquid metal fast breeder type and testing waste disposal methods. Sees nuclear power as the best hope of providing electrical energy for the U.S. (AL)
Descriptors: Energy, Environment, Nuclear Energy, Nuclear Physics
Peer reviewedSpinrad, Bernard I. – Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, 1971
The American energy crisis is real in that our supplies of fuel which can meet standards imposed on utility emissions are short, and their price is high. It is artificial in that many of the standards could be partially relaxed, and cheaper fuel used by utilities without significant public insult. ...Nuclear power from fission is our best bet."…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Energy, Environment, Natural Resources
Download full textHogerton, John F. – 1964
This publication is one of a series of information booklets for the general public published by The United States Atomic Energy Commission. Among the topics discussed are: What is Atomic Power?; What Does Safety Depend On?; Control of Radioactive Material During Operation; Accident Prevention; Containment in the Event of an Accident; Licensing and…
Descriptors: Energy, Environment, Nuclear Energy, Nuclear Physics
Peer reviewedLederberg, Joshua – Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, 1971
Descriptors: Biology, Cancer, Cost Effectiveness, Costs
Campana, Robert J.; Langer, Sidney – 1974
This booklet has been developed to help the layman understand and evaluate the various efforts being undertaken to utilize nuclear power for the benefit of mankind. The question and answer format is utilized. Among the topics discussed are: Our Needs for Electricity; Sources of Radiation; Radiation from Nuclear Power Plants; Biological Effects of…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Electricity, Energy, Environment
Maxey, Phyllis F. – 1979
One of a series of units designed to acquaint secondary school students with business issues, this packet focuses on the complex and controversial topic of energy technology. In a 5-day simulation, students play the roles of energy commission members, and business, local, and public interest group witnesses who must determine whether to build a…
Descriptors: Business, Conflict Resolution, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Decision Making
