Question

What are 2 benefits of nuclear power? A disadvantage?

Answer 1

Advantages of Nuclear Power:

Overall low cost of operation.

Consistent source of energy.

Generates low amounts of pollution.

Disadvantages of Nuclear Power:

Expensive Initial Cost to Build. Construction of a new nuclear plant can take anywhere from 5-10 years to build, costing billions of dollars.

Risk of Accident.

Radioactive Waste.

Limited Fuel Supply.

Answer 2

2 benefits are carbon free electricity and high power output and a disadvantage is very high upfront cost