Physics - 7A: The History of Nuclear Fission

This video discusses the history of nuclear fission. Starting from the discovery of nuclear fission up to the development and use of nuclear weapons during World War 2. At the end of the video I discuss the effects of modern nuclear weapons using Sumner Academy as the target.

Questions to answer while watching this video:
1. Explain the process Fermi used to create transuranic elements.
2. Describe the Hahn-Strassman experiment and summarize their experimental findings.
3. Briefly summarize Meitner’s contributions to our understanding of nuclear fission.
4. Explain, with reference to neutrons, how a fission chain reaction works.
5. Briefly explain what the Manhattan Project was. Outline the goals of the project.
6. Outline the difficulties in making nuclear weapons.
7. Reflect on what resulted from the Manhattan Project. What are your thoughts?