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The main problems with nuclear power include the potential for accidents such as meltdowns, the production of radioactive waste that needs to be safely stored for thousands of years, the high cost of constructing and decommissioning nuclear plants, and the risk of nuclear proliferation and nuclear terrorism.
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What is one of the main concerns with nuclear power?
One of the main concerns with nuclear power is the risk of accidents or meltdowns, which can release harmful radiation into the environment. Managing and disposing of radioactive waste is also a significant challenge associated with nuclear power.
What is Frances main energy source?
France's main energy sources are nuclear power and renewable energy sources such as hydroelectric and wind power. Nuclear power accounts for the majority of the country's electricity production. France has been gradually transitioning to increase the share of renewable energy in its energy mix.
What is the largest problem with nuclear power?
Under present world financial conditions I would say that the very high costs of building nuclear plants is a big problem. In the long term, dealing with the radioactive waste and decommissioning the plants safely.
Which is the main issue that limits the degree that nuclear power is used for energy?
The main issues limiting the degree to which nuclear power is used for energy are high costs of construction and maintenance, concerns over nuclear accidents and waste disposal, as well as public perception and opposition due to safety and environmental risks.
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
What is one of the main concerns with nuclear power?
One of the main concerns with nuclear power is the risk of accidents or meltdowns, which can release harmful radiation into the environment. Managing and disposing of radioactive waste is also a significant challenge associated with nuclear power.
Uranium-235 is used to fuel nuclear power plants What is the main use of uranium-235?
That is the main use, to fuel nuclear power plants
What can be done to relieve the problem of nuclear power?
Please state what you think the problem is
What is a nuclear powerstation?
A nuclear power plant is a thermal power station. The heat source is nuclear reactor. Its main point is to produce electricity.
What are the main sources of power?
Either nuclear power or burning coal.
France's main source of electricity?
nuclear power
What is the main sorce of electricity in uk?
Nuclear power.
What big problem did japan have when the tsunami struck at a nuclear power plant in japan?
Notably , the main problem was to try to keep the reactors cool and try to prevent meltdowns ~ see related link below .
What are the negative stuff about nuclear power?
1. The nuclear power is messy 2. The biggest negative about nuclear power is the safety factor. If something goes wrong, it can be really bad! 3. Another problem is the amount of heat created by a nuclear power plant. 4. Nuclear power can cause death or extremely bad injuries as part of nuclear power is explosive .
French main source of energy?
nuclear power plants
Do nuclear submarines generate nuclear power on the submarine?
Yes, nuclear submarines generate nuclear power. There is a nuclear reactor on board (hence the tern nuclear submarine) which creates steam to drive the main engines to turn the screw(s).
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)
