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1) How does the environmental impact of nuclear reactors compare with traditional coal power plants?

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Unlike traditional fossil fuels like coal, nuclear power does not produce greenhouse gas emissions like methane and CO2. ... Nuclear produces roughly the same or less emissions as renewable sources so could be considered an environmentally friendly source of energy.
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Unlike traditional fossil fuels like coal, nuclear power does not produce greenhouse gas emissions like methane and CO2. ... Nuclear produces roughly the same or less emissions as renewable sources so could be considered an environmentally friendly source of energy.

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