nuclear science

When you hear “nuclear science,” many of us immediately think about nuclear power. While this inexpensive and safe form of energy is a main component of nuclear science, there is so much more!

Most of the requirements for this badge are not area-specific; they can be done through research in a book or online. There are a couple of options in our area, though, that you may find fun and interesting!

Helpful hint: If you call to set up a field trip, make sure it’s for noo-klee-ar science rather than noo-kyu-lar science. If you can’t hear the difference, listen at Dictionary.com.

Requirement 5e – Radon

Radon Levels for Kitsap County – While not specifically tailored to the requirement, this background information will help you better understand it.

Requirement 5f – X-rays

Many hospitals, veterinary hospitals, and dental offices will allow you to observe. You could easily combine this with your next trip to the dentist.

The offices below have let Scouts observe. Please email us if you know of others who are willing to do so.
Belltowne Veterinary Center, Belfair.
Dr. Allan Hablutzel, DDS, Bremerton.
Bremerton Naval Hospital, Radiology department (*must have Base access).

Requirement 5h – Radio Isotopes

Bremerton Naval Hospital, Nuclear Medicine (*must have Base access).

Requirement 5j – Accelerators

The UW’s Center for Experimental Nuclear Physics and Astrophysics hosts occasional seminars, and may be willing to set up a tour.

Requirement 6b – Nuclear Power Plants

The closest active plant to Kitsap county is the Columbia Generating Station.
The Trojan Nuclear Power Plant used to be the closest, but it’s been imploded.

A very good, concise video showing how a nuclear power plant works.

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