Introduction
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One of the key points in Z for Zachariah is the fact that a nuclear war has happened and that Ann Burden is alone in her home. As you may know, even small, controlled amounts of radiation can have an adverse affect on the environment and humans. The purpose of this Webquest is to explore these effects and how they impact not just the characters in the book but real-life situations.
Task
Your task is to use the links, articles, and information that are provided to learn about the impact of radiation on humans and the environment. By the end of this web quest, you will be able to understand what the impacts are, how radiation sickness can impact humans, and the long term affects of radiation exposure.