What are the potential problems for nearby water sources when using nuclear energy? Check all that apply.It contaminates water with radioactive waste.It adds very hot water to cool water environments.It creates hazardous conditions for organisms living in the water.It releases uranium dust. It requires mining large areas of land.It uses a resource that becomes scarce during a drought.

Nuclear power plants can create water concerns in several ways. Radioactive waste may contaminate water, and hot cooling water released back into waterways can raise temperatures and harm aquatic organisms. Plants also use large amounts of water for cooling, which can strain nearby water sources, especially during a drought. Uranium dust and land requirements relate to mining rather than direct problems for nearby water sources.

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