Question

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using nuclear energy?

Answer 1

ADVANTAGES:

1. It produces a large amount of energy.
2. It produces low pollution.

DISADVANTAGES:

1. Radioactive waste that results from nuclear power plants and nuclear reactions is a big threat to the environment.
2. It involves huge investment and is not economical.
3. Requires skilled laborers to construct, maintain and monitor the nuclear plant.
4. It is not a form of renewable energy.
5. It causes ill effects on human health and causes huge damage when nuclear accidents take place.