The Use of Nuclear Energy

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The use of Nuclear Energy

1. Nuclear energy: an alternative energy that can be used to generate electricity in order to replace or reduce the use of petroleum and coal.

Benefits	It produced in greater in quantity and more efficient compared to other energy sources It can improve the standard of health and living of man It releases very little greenhouse gases compared to other energy sources
Adverse effect	Radiation waste can affect the health and threaten lives of all living thigs The huge amount of energy produced can cause severe harm to mankind if it is misused