Question

81. Which of the following statements about nuclear power is/ are true?

1. It has low associated carbon emissions

2. Concerns over safety and proliferation are less important than energy security and the cost of electricity

3. nuclear waste disposal is a major problem associated with nuclear power

4. Nuclear power provides over 10% of the world’s electricity supply.

Options:

• A. a) 1,2 and 3
• B. b) 2, 3 and 4
• C. c) 1,3 and 4
• D. d) All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) 1,3 and 4

C)

Explanation: Concerns over safety and proliferation are important than energy security and the cost of electricity. Eg: loss incurred to lives and property during Fukushima Mishap.