A nuclear explosion for peaceful purposes is used for

power generation

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making tunnels and roads

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production of radio isotopes

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jet propulsion

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The correct option is B making tunnels and roads
A nuclear explosion for peaceful purposes is used for making tunnels and roads.

Peaceful nuclear explosion. Peaceful nuclear explosions (PNEs) are nuclear explosions conducted for non-military purposes. Proposed uses include excavation for the building of canals and harbours, electrical generation, the use of nuclear explosions to drive spacecraft, and as a form of wide-area fracking.

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