Development of the Atomic Bomb

 

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    Task:

    1. Biography

Select one historical figure involved in the development of the atomic bomb and write a 150-200 word biography. Include the individual's (a) professional background (b) specific role during the Manhattan Project and (c) views concerning nuclear weapons after World War II. 

    2. Manhattan Project

Complete the worksheet investigating the history and the construction of the world's first nuclear bomb.

    3. Nuclear Weapons After World War II

Complete the worksheet investigating the proliferation of nuclear weapons after World War II.

  4. Ethical Questions

Select one of the ethical questions regarding nuclear weapons. Each question has both a pro and a con viewpoint. Write 250-300 words supporting the pro argument and 250-300 words supporting the con argument. Support the essay with facts.

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