Which disadvantage of nuclear power use poses the greatest threat to the environment?

Physics

2 answers:

Mekhanik [1.2K]3 years ago

6 0

The correct answer is The storage and management of radioactive wastes

Explanation:

In general, nuclear reactions (changes in the nucleus of an atom such as fission) release a lot of energy including a lot of heat. Moreover, this heat is used by humans to obtain electricity and other types of energy, which is known as a nuclear power. This type of power is considered positive because it does not emit carbon and it is quite efficient.

However, in most cases, it is a threat to the environment and living beings because storing and managing the wastes of this type of power is difficult and expensive. Indeed, dealing with the wastes of nuclear power requires complex infrastructure, and any accident or leaking leads to serious consequences from the death of those exposed to the wastes to permanent loss of diversity or changes in nearby areas.

anzhelika [568]3 years ago

5 0

Answer:

C. The storage and management of radioactive wastes

Explanation:

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$m$ - Mass, in kilograms.

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$h_{v,w}$ - Latent heat of vaporization of water, in joules per kilogram.

$c_{ice}$ - Specific heat of ice, in joules per kilogram per degree Celsius.

$c_{w}$ - Specific heat of water, in joules per kilogram per degree Celsius.

$\Delta T_{ice}$ - Change in temperature of ice, measured in degrees Celsius.

$\Delta T_{w}$ - Change in temperature of water, measured in degrees Celsius.

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