Chapter 18 : Energy Resources and Electrical Generation

Question 1

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power stations and biomass power stations. (6) - 8 points

Answer 1

benefits of nuclear - no CO2 emitted, does not contribute to global warming

• not weather dependant

disadvantages of nuclear - difficult to dispose of waste

• nuclear fuel is toxic

benefits of biomass - uses waste products from farms, renewable

• can be used to create different products (e.g. manure) as well as energy

disadvantages of biomass - relatively inefficient

• can increase methane in atmosphere