Section: Module 4: Lesson 2: Nuclear Power and Health | War and Health | NextGenU.org

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    Learning Objective
    • Learn how nuclear power generation impacts the health of local populations
    approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute):  30 minutes

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
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      Childhood leukemia and cancers near German nuclear reactors: Significance, context, and ramifications of recent studies URL
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      Read this article and learn about the possible health consequences of using nuclear power as a source of energy.

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      Quiz: Module 4: Lesson 2
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      Receive a passing grade

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    • Additional Learning Options
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      Nuclear tipping point - Watch URL

      • Watch the 55-minute version of the film.

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      Unfurling the nuclear mystery after Fukushima
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      • Read this article from the Vancouver Observer to learn more about the Fukushima Nuclear Disaster and its later impacts.