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Atomic Mystery Model

The atomic mystery model is a fun way to learn about how neutrons are used to see subatomic particles that we can't see with our own eyes. Below are instructions for how to play the game yourself and for teachers who would like to use the model in the classroom.

Thanks to the Lederman Science Center at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory for use of the atomic mystery model.

 
SNS Activity Book

Check out the SNS activity book, with information about neutrons and why they're important and fun puzzles related to neutrons and SNS.
 

click to view the sns activity book PDF


 

 

SNS Chinese Fortune Puzzle

To create a Chinese Fortune puzzle about SNS, print out this PDF file double sided on one piece of paper--or print it out on two pieces of paper and tape them together. Follow the instructions on the backside of the puzzle.
 

click to download chinese puzzle PDF  

 

 
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