Atoms and Nuclear Energy: The Underlying Science

Nuclear energy has many uses, the best known of which is to produce electricity. To create this usable energy, we must first understand the atom. Then we must unleash and capture the energy within tiny uranium atoms. Learn how by clicking on the links below.

• Atoms: The Building Blocks of Nature and Energy
• Getting the Energy from Atoms
• Watch an 11 minute video on Splitting Atoms -
  an electrifying experience!