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Nuclear Power

Question 5 • DRHS GA-GSE Environmental Science

The use of nuclear energy can have both positive and negative consequences. Which of the following is a positive consequence of using nuclear energy?

Answer
A
Nuclear energy uses nonrenewable resources.
B
Nuclear energy produces little air pollution.
C
Uranium ore used for nuclear power plants must be mined and processed.
D
Nuclear energy has no environmental impact.

Explanation

Nuclear power plants generate electricity without burning fossil fuels, so they produce little air pollution during operation. This is a positive consequence. Using nonrenewable uranium and mining and processing it are drawbacks, and nuclear energy does have environmental impacts.

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