Nuclear energy Flashcards
1
Q
how is it generated?
A
using uranium, a metal that is mined as an ore in large quantities
2
Q
where is it mainly found?
A
northern hemisphere and australia
3
Q
how much of total worlds energy?
A
6%
4
Q
how much of worlds electricity?
A
15%
5
Q
what years did it take off?
A
60/70’s
6
Q
physical factors affecting production
A
-plentiful and widely sourced
7
Q
political factors affecting production
A
-political unrest
8
Q
economic factors
A
how wealthy the country is
9
Q
opportunities
A
- emits no greenhouse gases
- offers energy security / available from many sources
- efficient/reliable due to new design for nuclear plants
10
Q
problems
A
- Ukraine (1986) radio active material escaped into environment
- expensive
- nuclear wepons
