EQ2 nuclear energy debate

Question 1

What is the efficiency level of nuclear energy compared to fossil fuels?

Answer 1

More efficient than fossil fuels
-Less fuel is required to process nuclear energy compared to oil and coal.

Question 2

How long can nuclear plants meet energy demands without interruption?

Answer 2

At least a year
This is provided that no maintenance work is required.

Question 3

What is a key environmental advantage of nuclear energy?

Answer 3

Does not release carbon dioxide

-Nuclear energy has lower greenhouse emissions compared to coal and natural gas.

Question 4

What is a significant health risk associated with nuclear energy?

Answer 4

Harmful to people living near reactors

An increasing number of nuclear reactors can pose dangers to nearby populations.

Question 5

What is a major financial drawback of nuclear energy?

Answer 5

Expensive to build nuclear power plants

Despite low maintenance costs, substantial investment is needed for construction.

Question 6

What issue is associated with nuclear waste disposal?

Answer 6

Lack of long-term waste disposal facilities
-Nuclear waste is often stored on-site, leading to space concerns.

Question 7

What is a potential risk of nuclear reactors despite safety measures?

Answer 7

Leak potential

Accidents can occur that result in toxic radioactive leaks.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: Nuclear energy is _______ compared to coal and natural gas.

Answer 8

environment-friendly

Question 9

True or False: Nuclear energy produces significant amounts of carbon emissions.

Answer 9

False
-Nuclear energy is cleaner than fossil fuels.

Question 10

List two disadvantages of nuclear energy.

Answer 10

• Harmful to health
• Nuclear waste disposal issues