MNGT 4389 - Nuclear Group 1
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Nuclear energy comes from controlled nuclear reactions and in 2007 provided almost 15% of the world's electric power. Over 150 military vessels currently use nuclear reactions to generate electricity. The United States produces approximately 30% of global nuclear power and consumes around 20% of electricity from nuclear sources.
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Nuclear reactors carry risks of accidents and radiation exposure that can harm human health and the environment. Major accidents like Chernobyl and Fukushima have caused widespread contamination and required large evacuations. While nuclear waste is small in volume compared to fossil fuels, it remains highly radioactive for extremely long periods and requires careful disposal. New reactor designs aim to reduce risks through passive safety systems and using alternative fuels like uranium-238 that produce less long-lived waste. Public education about radiation risks and emergency plans is also important to prevent overreaction during accidents.
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1) Nuclear energy is released through fission, fusion, or radioactive decay and was first discovered in 1896 by Henri Becquerel.
2) Nuclear energy can be harnessed through three main processes - radioactive decay, fusion, and fission. Commercial nuclear power plants currently use fission to generate electricity.
3) While nuclear power generation emits low carbon dioxide, it produces radioactive waste that remains dangerous for thousands of years and accidents can have devastating consequences. High costs and long lead times also pose disadvantages.
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