Nuclear Energy Video

What event in 1979 significantly impacted the growth of the U.S. nuclear industry?

• The Chernobyl disaster
  

• The establishment of the Department of Energy

• The Three Mile Island nuclear accident

• The signing of the Kyoto Protocol

What percent of US electricity is produced from nuclear power?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

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Why do some environmental groups oppose nuclear energy?

• Concerns about radioactive waste and reactor safety
  

• Preference for fossil fuels over nuclear power

• Lack of government support for nuclear projects

• Nuclear energy produces more CO₂ than coal plants

Which argument do supporters of nuclear energy use to defend its role in the future energy grid?

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  Nuclear energy is the cheapest energy source available today

• Nuclear plants can be built in a matter of weeks

• Nuclear reactors require no maintenance once operational

• Nuclear power produces no carbon emissions and is a reliable energy source

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What is a key reason nuclear energy is getting renewed attention?

• It is now cheaper than solar and wind energy
  

• It can provide stable electricity as energy demand rises

• The public has forgotten about past nuclear accidents

• Fossil fuels are no longer available

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Why do some experts see nuclear energy as a necessary part of the clean energy transition?

• It is the only power source that works 24/7 without emissions
  

• Solar and wind energy are no longer being developed

• The government has mandated nuclear energy use in all power grids

• AI technology has made nuclear energy unnecessary

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What challenge does the construction of new nuclear power plants face in the U.S.?

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  Low demand for electricity

• Lack of uranium resources

• Public resistance and high costs

• Rapid declines in energy prices

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Why are traditional nuclear power plants so expensive to build?

• They require rare materials that are difficult to find

• Each plant is custom-built, leading to high costs and delays

• They use outdated technology that is no longer efficient

• There are not enough trained engineers to build them

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What are small modular reactors (SMRs) designed to do?

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  Mass-produce components for easier transport and assembly
  

• Increase the size of existing reactors

• Replace all current nuclear reactors

• Use only renewable energy sources

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After viewing the video, how do you feel about nuclear energy?

• We should use it! Nuclear Energy is cleaner, and provides a lot of energy that we need.

• We should find other options! Nuclear Energy is too dangerous, and it is not worth the risk.

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