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Is wind energy less expensive than nuclear energy?
Wind power can be quite costly over time, but nuclear power creates wastes that cost a lot of money to dispose of, let alone getting the nuclear rods in the first place. However, nuclear power can provide much more power than wind power, so they are more or less equals.
What use is most expensive to generating electricity?
When compared to coal and hydro. the installation cost for hydro is more at start, but maintanence cost is very less or vic versa (for thermal)
Is wind energy less dangerous than nuclear energy?
yes
What is new zealands stance towards nuclear energy?
New Zealand decided some time ago that it could forgo the 'benefits' of generating electricity from nuclear energy. We have plentiful sources of hydro available for generation. Indeed, recently Contact Energy, one of the large generating companies, decided to forgo any further developments on the Clutha River (Mata au). Wind energy is plentiful at these latitudes (c45o) and can be located close to the demand locations. So hydro power is less attractive.Part of the bias against nuclear power, is that the feedstock supplies and the disposal of waste were not worth the problem.[Remember the big push for nuclear energy in US and Europe, was not because of the power produced - the interest was almost completely in the Uranium and Plutonium produced for nuclear weapons. The power was a by-product.Once sufficient plants were built to meet the military demands, the nuclear power constructions came to an almost complete halt.]
What are advantage of nuclear fuels?
High(est) energy yield,less polusion
What are the positive environmental effects of nuclear energy?
Positive environmental effects of nuclear energy revolve around air pollution. With nuclear energy, there is less waste that gets distributed into the atmosphere. The air is actually cleaner due to the fact that no air pollutants are released.
How is nuclear energy and fusion energy different?
Nuclear energy typically refers to fission, where atoms are split to release energy. Fusion energy involves merging atoms to release energy, mimicking the process that powers the sun. Fusion has the potential to generate more energy and produce less waste compared to fission.
What is a problem with using nuclear energy?
One problem with using nuclear energy is the risk of accidents, such as meltdowns or leaks that can release harmful radioactive materials into the environment. Nuclear waste disposal also poses a significant challenge, as it remains radioactive for thousands of years and requires secure long-term storage. Additionally, the high initial cost and long construction time of nuclear power plants can make them less economically viable compared to other renewable energy sources.
Solar energy cost?
Less then regular electricity.
Why is the mass of reactants less than the product in nuclear fission?
A part of mass is transformed in energy.
Does Nuclear energy produce more carbon dioxide than burning coal?
No, nuclear energy produces very little carbon dioxide during operation, while burning coal emits significant amounts of carbon dioxide. Nuclear energy is considered a low-carbon energy source.
How much nuclear energy does Australia use?
As of 2021, Australia relies on nuclear energy for less than 1% of its electricity generation. The country does not have any commercial nuclear power plants, but it does have a research reactor used for medical and research purposes.
