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