Objectives
Students will:
- Model the changes in the composition of the atom during fission, fusion, and radioactive decay.
- Model the energy released during fission, fusion, and radioactive decay.
Skills Needed
Students must be able to:
- Describe the structure of the atom.
- Explain what an isotope is and determine how many protons and neutrons are present in an isotope.
- Identify changes occurring in elements when protons and neutrons are lost or gained.
