Nuclear Power for vs against

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  • What is a common perception of nuclear power?
    It is seen as very dangerous
  • Why do some people oppose nuclear power?
    They believe it poses significant risks
  • What negative perception exists about public acceptance of nuclear power?
    It can be very negative
  • What do some people worry about regarding nuclear waste?
    It can never be disposed of safely
  • What is a characteristic of nuclear waste products from fission?
    They have very long half-lives
  • What is a risk associated with nuclear waste?
    It could leak and pollute the environment
  • What is a risk of nuclear power related to leaks?
    Leaks can occur from power stations
  • What major disasters are associated with nuclear power?
    Chernobyl and Fukushima disasters
  • How is nuclear power generally viewed in terms of safety?
    It is considered a relatively safe energy source
  • What is a benefit of nuclear power regarding fossil fuels?
    It reduces the need for fossil fuels
  • What do fossil fuels release when burned?
    Carbon dioxide (CO2)
  • What effect does CO2 have on the environment?
    It contributes to the greenhouse effect
  • What do burning fossil fuels release besides CO2?
    Sulfur dioxide (SO2)
  • What can sulfur dioxide cause?
    Acid rain
  • How does nuclear power compare to fossil fuels in terms of emissions?
    Nuclear power does not release greenhouse gases
  • What is a characteristic of nuclear energy in terms of reliability?
    It is a very reliable energy source
  • What is a common misconception about nuclear power?
    That it is always dangerous
  • How does nuclear power help with energy needs?
    It reduces reliance on fossil fuels
  • What is a key advantage of nuclear power?
    It is a clean source of energy
  • What is a concern regarding the disposal of nuclear waste?
    It is difficult to dispose of safely
  • What is a potential environmental impact of nuclear power?
    Pollution of land and water
  • What is a common belief about nuclear power's safety?
    It is safer than many believe
  • How does nuclear power contribute to energy sustainability?
    It reduces the need for fossil fuels
  • What is a characteristic of nuclear fuel?
    It can generate large amounts of energy
  • What is a misconception about nuclear power's environmental impact?
    It is cleaner than fossil fuels
  • What is a benefit of nuclear energy in terms of emissions?
    It does not emit greenhouse gases
  • What is a risk associated with nuclear power plants?
    Potential for catastrophic failures
  • How does nuclear power compare to fossil fuels in terms of energy generation?
    Nuclear power generates energy more efficiently
  • What is a key feature of nuclear power regarding waste management?
    It produces long-lived radioactive waste
  • What is a concern about the long-term effects of nuclear waste?
    It can remain hazardous for thousands of years
  • How does nuclear power impact global warming?
    It reduces greenhouse gas emissions
  • What is a characteristic of nuclear energy in terms of reliability?
    It is a very reliable energy source
  • What is a common misconception about nuclear power?
    That it is always dangerous
  • How does nuclear power help with energy needs?
    It reduces reliance on fossil fuels
  • What is a key advantage of nuclear power?
    It is a clean source of energy
  • What is a concern regarding the disposal of nuclear waste?
    It is difficult to dispose of safely
  • What is a potential environmental impact of nuclear power?
    Pollution of land and water
  • What is a common belief about nuclear power's safety?
    It is safer than many believe
  • How does nuclear power contribute to energy sustainability?
    It reduces the need for fossil fuels
  • What is a characteristic of nuclear fuel?
    It can generate large amounts of energy