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NUCLEAR REACTORS
There are big power plants across the world which are called nuclear reactors. These power plants create large amounts of electricity. When they create electricity they use beryllium to help the process.
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EMERALDS AND GEMS
Beryllium is in emeralds. It is also in another gem called aquamarine. Beryllium is only one of many elements inside an emerald.
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MACHINE PARTS AND SPRINGS
Beryllium is a very light metal. It is also used with other metals to make strong pieces for machines. Beryllium is often used in springs. With beryllium the springs become lighter and stronger.
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SATELLITES
Now here's where you have to imagine something. You know there are a lot of satellites orbiting the Earth. Scientists use beryllium in satellites because it is so light. Satellites need to be light in weight because it is easier to get them into space.
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SPACECRAFT
You've already learned that beryllium is a very light metal. That's why NASA uses it in the Space Shuttle. Every time you see that Shuttle take off you will know that it's lighter because of beryllium.
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