The Atom Comes to Town Part 1

Description

This film presents a survey of the peacetime uses of atomic energy, such as how heat from nuclear fission in a reactor can be used to make electricity; what nuclear power will mean to the man on the street, and to America; experimental and prototype power plants, including types, kilowatt capacity, principles, and future developments; radioisotopes, and how they are made and used to alleviate suffering and raise the standard of living; radioactive materials in the diagnosis and treatment of disease; radioisotopes in agriculture and how they can help to produce better crops; a means of quality control in manufacturing and industrial operations (washing machines, engine wear, tires, toothpaste plastics, etc.); and food preservation. The film was produced by the Chamber of Commerce of the United States.

Collection

General Records of the Department of Energy

Series

Moving Images Relating to Energy