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No, radioactive nuclear waste is very dangerous and can cause devastating effects if not disposed of properly.
Kind of, it creates no gasses or pollutants except for used up fuel rods which, for them to be disposed costs lots of money.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoNo, its carbon footprint is significantly higher than that of solar, wind, hydro, geothermal, or biomass. Please see the question, "What is the carbon footprint of nuclear energy?" A link to this is below.
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No but its a whole lot better than coal.
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∙ 10y agoyes, it is
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Is nuclear power a safe form of energy?
Nope. Nuclear power is very enviromentally friendly and very efficient, but accidents can cause great damages. For instance, one of the major problems with the tsunami in Japan was all the nuclear plants that were destroyed.
Why is nuclear power reliable?
Because the fuel is obtainable from friendly and stable countries (Canada, Australia)
Is nuclear power environmentally friendly?
Yes. Nuclear power is environmentally friendly.Even when you consider the ramifications of accidents, the overall environmental and safety impact, when you look at the big picture, is less than with fossil power.
Does nuclear power produce large amounts of energy?
Nuclear energy is one of the most profitable sources of energy, it releases much more energy than solar energy, and is more eco friendly than other fossil fuels... Today there are many failsafes and a meltdown is almost impossible (Japan didn't have a meltdown)
Which countries operate commercial nuclear reactors?
See www.world-nuclear.org for country by country information:INFORMATION PAPERSNUCLEAR BASICSOutline History of Nuclear Energy The Nuclear Debate GlossaryFACTS AND FIGURESWorld Nuclear Power Reactors 2008-09 and Uranium Requirements Nuclear share figures, 1998-2008 - May 2009 Uranium production figures, 1998-2008 - June 2009COUNTRY AND REGIONAL BRIEFINGSUranium in Africa Nuclear Power in Argentina Nuclear Power in Armenia Australia's Uranium Nuclear Energy Prospects in Australia Nuclear Power in Belgium Nuclear Power in Brazil Nuclear Power in Bulgaria California's Electricity Nuclear Power in Canada Nuclear Power in Canada Appendix 1: Ontario Energy Policy Nuclear Power in Canada Appendix 2: Alberta Tar Sands Uranium in Canada Uranium in Canada Appendix 1: Brief History of Uranium Mining in Canada Uranium in Central Asia Nuclear Power in China Nuclear Power in China Appendix 1: Government Structure and Ownership China's Nuclear Fuel Cycle Nuclear Power in Czech Republic Nuclear Energy in Denmark Nuclear Power in Finland Nuclear Power in France Nuclear Power in Germany Nuclear Power in Hungary Nuclear Power in India Nuclear Energy in Iran Nuclear Power in Italy Nuclear Power in Japan Uranium and Nuclear Power in Kazakhstan Nuclear Power in Korea Nuclear Power in Lithuania Nuclear Power in Mexico Uranium in Namibia Nuclear Energy Prospects in New Zealand Nuclear Power in the Netherlands Uranium in Niger Nuclear Power in Pakistan Nuclear Power in Romania Nuclear Power in Russia Nuclear Power in Slovakia Nuclear Power in Slovenia Nuclear Power in South Africa Nuclear Power in Spain Nuclear Power in Sweden Nuclear Power in Sweden Appendix 1: Barsebäck Closure Nuclear Power in Switzerland Nuclear Power in Taiwan Nuclear Power in the United Kingdom Nuclear Power in Ukraine Nuclear Power in United Arab Emirates Nuclear Power in the USA Nuclear Power in the USA Appendix 1: US Operating Nuclear Reactors Nuclear Power in the USA Appendix 2 Power Plant Purchases: Nuclear Power in the USA Appendix 3: COL Applications US Nuclear Fuel Cycle US Nuclear Fuel Cycle Appendix 1: US Uranium Mining and Exploration US Nuclear Power Policy Emerging Nuclear Energy Countries
Why is using the hydroelectric power station Eco friendly?
they are eco friendly because no pollution is caused by them .
What energy is better nuclear or geothermal?
geothermal is better because it is eco-friendly
What can you use instead of fuel?
You can use eco friendly things. If you mean for generating power, you can use: Wind turbines solar panels hydro electric wave power Tidal power you can also use Nuclear power!
What can you use instead of fossil fuels?
You can use eco friendly things. If you mean for generating power, you can use: Wind turbines solar panels hydro electric wave power Tidal power you can also use Nuclear power!
Which cars are considered most eco friendly?
It is an increasing trend to manufacture 'eco friendly' cars. J.D. Power considers luxury cars Lexus RX 400h and the Acura RSX at the top end of the eco friendly list.
What is wrong with solar power?
nothing. it is clean, eco-friendly, and is unlimited
What is the meaning of eco-friendly in marathi?
eco-friendly
Are eco friendly lights really eco friendly?
yes they are they have and eco-friendly gas that is in side of them they do not hurt the eco system in any way. thank you your friend boots936
What is written on eco-friendly refrigerator?
What is written on eco-friendly refrigerator?
What will be a suitable jingle for jute bag?
jute is Eco friendly, friendly, friendly jute is Eco friendly my dear Friends
What is a eco friendly fiber?
fibres that have been spun from Eco friendly sauces :)
What is eco friendly?
Eco-friendly refers to living in a way that is less harmful to the environment and more friendly to the environment.
