Atomic bomb test at Yucca Flat test site in Nevada, part of Operation Teapot

Atomic bomb test at Yucca Flat test site in Nevada, part of Operation Teapot

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Interactive Video

Physics, Science, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video takes place at Yucca Flats Proving Ground, where atomic tests are conducted by the Atomic Energy Commission and the Department of Defense. The tests are carefully monitored and recorded. The term 'fallout' is introduced, referring to radioactive dust from the blasts. The Atomic Energy Commission addresses public concerns, stating that the fallout is not dangerous. The video also highlights efforts to familiarize troops with atomic detonations and reduce public fear.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where are the atomic tests being conducted?

Hanford, Washington

Los Alamos, New Mexico

Yucca Flats, Nevada

Oak Ridge, Tennessee

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organizations are collaborating on the atomic tests?

The Atomic Energy Commission and NASA

The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Defense

The Atomic Energy Commission and the Department of Defense

NASA and the Department of Energy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is synchronized across the nation before the atomic tests?

Communication networks

Monitoring systems

Transportation schedules

Weather stations

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term used to describe the radioactive dust from atomic blasts?

Radiation cloud

Nuclear ash

Fallout

Atomic residue

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Atomic Energy Commission's stance on the danger of fallout?

It is extremely dangerous

It is not dangerous

It is only dangerous in large amounts

It is harmless