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I guess they think it is dangerous. It can be, as Chernobyl demonstrated, but then other forms of energy are also dangerous. Think of accidents to coal miners, oil refinery explosions, and natural gas explosions.

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There are many risks associated with nuclear power. Which is NOT a risk associated with nuclear power?

Nuclear power plants do not produce greenhouse gas emissions during operations, so climate change is not a direct risk associated with nuclear power. However, other risks such as radioactive waste, potential for accidents, and nuclear proliferation are concerns related to nuclear power.


What event caused many Americans to woory about nuclear power?

The Three Mile Island nuclear accident in 1979, where a partial meltdown occurred at a nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania, sparked concern among Americans about the safety of nuclear power. The incident led to increased scrutiny of nuclear plants and raised questions about the potential risks associated with nuclear energy.


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B. Many Americans began to worry about nuclear power. The accident at Three Mile Island raised concerns about the safety of nuclear power among the general public and led to increased scrutiny and regulations on the nuclear industry.


How many of the countries in the world do not have nuclear power reactors?

There are currently (year 2013) 31 countries having nuclear power reactors. The rest are not having nuclear power.


How many MW does a nuclear plant produce?

The power output of a nuclear power plant can vary, but on average, a typical nuclear power plant produces around 1,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity. This can vary depending on the size and design of the plant.