9.5 DOL Technological Advancement

What product does a nuclear power plant produce for its customers?

• electricity
• a turbine
• hot water
• steam

What are pros of nuclear energy?

• Unaffected by weather/climate

• Costs less than energy from fossil fuels

• Dependant on uranium

• Efficient

What are cons of nuclear energy?

• Human errors can cause major accidents

• Produces radioactive waste

• Lasts for a shorter time than fossil fuels

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Check ALL that are examples of technology:

• tools

• pottery

• phones

• computers

The development of technology has gotten slower over time.

• true

• false