The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) is a particle accelerator that lies underground along the Swiss-French border near Geneva, Switzerland (Figure 1). It allows scientists to "look" more closely at the makeup of subatomic particles by accelerating particles and smashing them together. With a circumference of 27 km, the LHC can be considered the world's biggest microscope. The LHC will enable scientists from around the world to make new discoveries about the structure of all matter, and it will provide further clues about the origin of the universe. Many of the modern-day technologies that we take for granted have resulted from particle physics research projects like the LHC.The Internet, MRI machines, medical radioactive tracers, and some cancer therapies can all be traced back to research in particle physics.This kind of research, especially the development of large, complicated machines such as the LHC, is very expensive.Operating the LHC requires enormous amounts of energy.There are also dangers related to technology based on particle physics.For example, exposure to radiation can have adverse effects on living things. OPTION 1 Research the work being conducted at the LHC from a scientific perspective.Investigate, in general terms, how the LHC is structured and how each section of the LHC works.Describe what the various detectors measure and how physicists use these measurements.How doassumptions from the theories of classical physics, special relativity, and quantum physics play a role at the LHC? presentation to share with the rest of the class about the science behind the LHC.Gather any relevant pictures, charts, graphs, videos, and so on, that will help illustrate the presentation. OPTION 2 Research the various spinoff technologies that have resulted from similar subatomic research projects in the past.Consider the positive and negative impacts that these technologies have had on society and the environment.Also, research potential technologies that scientists hope to develop based on results achieved at the LHC.Are there any lessons to be learned from the outcomes of spinoff technologies of the past?Preparean electronic slide presentation to share your findings and analysis with the rest of the class. one of the option to explain Knowledge/Understanding Explain a basic understanding of how the LHC works. Explain knowledge of the technologies that have developed out of past particle physics research. Explain an understanding of the impacts, both positive and negative, that the LHC project is having on society and the environment. Thinking/Investigation Research the purpose and function of the various components of the LHC. Research technologies that have emerged from particle physics research. Research the economic impact the LHC has had on participating countries. Application Apply physics knowledge to an unfamiliar context. Justify a position on a physics-related issue through research.