March 28, 1979 -- Nuclear power in the United States -- How a nuclear plant works -- Emergency -- March 29, 1979 -- March 30, 1979 -- The hydrogen bubble -- The crisis resolved -- The legacy of Three Mile Island.
Summary:
Examines the accident at the Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant in 1979, and presents the history of nuclear power in the U.S. Includes photographs, a timeline, quotes, a sidebar, a glossary, and additional resources.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.