Commercial Applications
State one advantage and one drawback each of using nuclear power as a form of energy.
Environmental Issues
2 Likes
Answer
Advantage — Nuclear energy is in some respects the most clean source of energy. Its generation and emission do not create carbon dioxide or other greenhouse gases, and it does not cause acid rain or smog. It can also generate huge amounts of energy from a small quantity of fuel.
Drawback — There is a risk of accidents in nuclear power plants, such as the Chernobyl power plant explosion in Ukraine (USSR). It also creates radioactive waste which is very harmful to human health and the environment, causing cancers and genetic disorders.
Answered By
2 Likes
Related Questions
With reference to the Bhopal Gas Tragedy :
(i) Name the company responsible for the tragedy.
(ii) Identify the poisonous gas that caused this ghastly man made disaster.
Briefly explain how tourism can also lead to destruction of the eco-system.
What is Tidal energy?
Mention any two advantages of wind energy.