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Radiation leaks can get into the air if not contained properly and cause cancer.

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Q: How does nuclear power pollute the air?
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Can nuclear power pollute the environment?

Yes


Nuclear power stations pollute the nature?

yes. they are one of the major source of air pollution. they burn a lot of fossil fuel that is harmful to the environment.


Does nuclear power pollute?

Not really. You receive 100 times as much radiation from coal power plant pollution than you do from nuclear power plant leaks.


What are two things that pollute the air?

Cars and gas pollute the air.


Why is it bad to pollute the air?

WE BREATHE the air. If we pollute it, we need air, so we breathe it in and get sick.


Do heaters pollute the air?

Yes. Technically, all air conditioners, fans, and heaters will pollute the air.


Enviromental impact of nuclear power plant?

A nuclear power plant is considered safe and does not emit toxic fumes into the air. However, in case of a disaster such as an earthquake, a nuclear power plant may be damaged and it will leak radioactive particles into the air.


Do electric cars pollute?

No. The electric cars don't pollute air, because noxious gas doesn't get out of the tupe and in such way doesn't pollute air.


What is the plural of pollute?

The plural of pollute is pollutes. As in "the factory pollutes the air".


If the container in which nuclear wastes are buried underground leak the leaking wastes would first pollute the air?

They would pollute groundwater if present, the air would be shut out by sealed doors. It is important to choose a repository site without any groundwater even under abnormal rainfall in the area


Advantages of geothermal power stations?

costs less than gas or oil. doesnt pollute the air and its naturall


Why is the atomic reactor important today?

Nuclear or atomic reactors are a way to create electrical energy. If they are run properly, they do not pollute the air like coal plants.