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Nuclear power is NOT a fossil fuel.

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Energy sources other than fossil fuel are called what kind of resources?

They are called renewables. (though strictly, nuclear power is not a fossil fuel and is not renewable).They are called alternative energy sources.


Nuclear power plants can produce energy more cheaply and with less pollution them plants that use fossil fuels why are there not more nuclear power plants dad plants that burn fossil fuels?

There are several reasons for the limited growth of nuclear power compared to fossil fuel plants. One reason is the high cost of building and decommissioning nuclear facilities. Concerns about nuclear accidents and waste disposal also contribute to the reluctance to expand nuclear power. Additionally, the time it takes to build a nuclear plant and the availability of alternative energy sources play a role in the decision-making process.


What is less energy efficient than fossil fuels?

Nuclear power can be less energy efficient than fossil fuels due to the high energy costs associated with mining, refining, and transporting radioactive materials, as well as the construction and decommissioning of nuclear power plants. Additionally, the storage and disposal of nuclear waste presents significant energy and environmental challenges.


Do power plants burn fossil fuels?

Some power plants do. Any plant that burns oil, coal, or gas from underground resources could be considered a "fossil fuel" plant. There are however nuclear, solar, hydro-electric and wind powered power plants.


Which type of fossil fuel power station has the shortest start-up time?

Natural gas power stations typically have the shortest start-up time among fossil fuel power stations. This is because natural gas power plants can ramp up to full capacity quickly compared to coal or nuclear power plants.

Related Questions

How is uranium used as a fossil fuel?

Uranium is not a fossil fuel; uranium is used as nuclear fuel for nuclear power reactors.


The largest non-fossil fuel source in the world?

nuclear power


After fossil fuel what power supplies the most electricity to the world?

nuclear !!!!!!!!!!


Is it true that coal and natural gas are the main fossil fuels used in nuclear power stations?

Fossil fuels are not used in nuclear power stations. Nuclear fuel is used (uranium)


Is coal a fossil fuel or a nuclear fuel?

Fossil


What can be used as a substitute for nuclear reactors?

No substitute for nuclear power reactors especially if there is no available fossil fuel.


Is oil a fossil fuel or a nuclear fuel?

Oil is a fossil fuel.


How does nuclear energy conserve fossil fuels?

Nuclear energy does not rely on burning fossil fuels to generate electricity, which helps reduce the consumption of these limited resources. By using nuclear power as a clean alternative, we can preserve fossil fuels for other important uses such as transportation and heating.


What are five sources of Eletrical?

Solar, Nuclear, Wind, Water, and Fossil Fuel power


Is nuclear a fuel or a fossil fuel?

Nuclear energy is not a fossil fuel or any fuel at all. Radiation is used to create energy. The energy is "the Fuel" petroleum


Do nuclear power plants make electricity from fossil fuel?

No. Nuclear power plants use a uranium to provide the heat to generate electricity from. By splitting the nuclei of uranium atoms (called nuclear fission), energy is released, which will be used for electricity generation. Uranium is a radioactive metal, not a fossil fuel.


Compare a power plant that burns fossil fuels with a nuclear power plant?

Power plants that burn fossil fuels and nuclear power plants are very similar in their manner of creating steam. The main difference between the two types of power plants are that fossil fuel plants emit more pollution.