Depends on the type. Some are uranium, some plutonium
Coal
Petrolium
That is the main use, to fuel nuclear power plants
Uranium is the primary fuel used in nuclear power plants. Specifically, uranium-235 is the isotope that undergoes nuclear fission to generate heat in these plants.
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Power plants fall into two categoiries, These and their fuel sources are:Thermal Power Plantscoaloilnatural gasbiomassNuclear Power PlantsUraniumThorium (under investigation)
Arthur Grounds has written: 'Fuel Economy in Steam Plants' -- subject(s): Fuel, Steam power-plants
No, chromium is not used as a fuel in nuclear power plants. In nuclear power plants, the most common fuel is uranium, which undergoes fission reactions to generate heat that is used to produce electricity. Chromium is mainly used in stainless steel components within the nuclear reactors for their corrosion resistance properties.
Fossil Fuel Plants produce massive amounts of carcinogenics into the atmosphere, not only increasing the rate of global warming but also increasing the cancer rates among humans. In fact, more radiation is released by Fossil Fuel power plants than by nuclear power plants. This is due to radioactive carbon as well as other radioactive elements actively released in coal plants.
Donald W Pingrey has written: 'Wood fuel fired electric power generating plants' -- subject(s): Electric power-plants, Fuel consumption, Fuelwood
B. Uranium
Lower greenhouse gas emissions: Nuclear power plants produce minimal greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel power plants, helping to mitigate climate change. Reliable power generation: Nuclear power plants have a high capacity factor and can operate continuously for long periods, providing a stable source of electricity. Reduced dependency on fuel imports: Nuclear power plants do not rely on imported fossil fuels, which can enhance energy security and reduce vulnerability to supply disruptions.