nuclear Flashcards
1
Q
what is nuclear energy
A
energy stored in the nucleus of the uranium atom
2
Q
how is nuclear energy released
A
through nuclear fission
3
Q
what are pros of nuclear energy (2)
A
- most of the heat is used (unlike fossil fuels)
- required few resources for large a amount of energy
4
Q
what are cons of nuclear energy (4)
A
- non renewable
- risk of nuclear accidents
- produces dangerous radioactive waste
- expensive to build
