About This Lesson
Radiation can be mysterious. Help students understand that they are surrounded by radiation. Problems in Radiation Math use mathematical applications to explain concepts such as background radiation; radiation effects on humans and technology; radon gas; sun spot cycles; and the Van Allen Belts. The problems in this guide include basic math, geometry, unit conversions, analyzing graphs, and graphical and function integrations. The one-page assignments are accompanied by one-page answer keys.
grades 6-12
science/math relationship
Nasa material