PHYSICS UNIT 14
Atomic, Nuclear, and Quantum Physics
Skills
- Demonstrate an understanding of the use and conservation of resources and the proper disposal or recycling of materials
- Design and implement investigative procedures
- Use a wide variety of additional course apparatus, equipment, techniques, materials and procedures as appropriate such as radiation monitor
Physics 5A
Research and describe the historical development of the concepts of weak and strong nuclear forces
Physics 5H
describe evidence for and effects of the strong and weak nuclear forces in nature
Physics 8A
Describe the photoelectric effect and the dual nature of light
Physics 8C
Describe the significance of mass-energy equivalence and apply it in explanations of phenomena such as nuclear stability, fission, and fusion
Physics 8D
Give examples of applications of atomic and nuclear phenomena