Asked by Marcus Morgan on Jul 15, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT an environment issue associated with nuclear energy?
A) uranium mining and milling can contaminate water and land
B) fuel rods are stored on site and so pose a risk of radioactive contamination
C) Yucca Mountain, the designated repository for spent fuel rods, had a large nuclear explosion
D) the Chernobyl nuclear reactor in the Ukraine had explosions and a reactor meltdown and killed at least 56 people
Yucca Mountain
Yucca Mountain in Nevada, USA, is a site that was proposed for the storage of radioactive waste, known for its geological stability and remote location.
Chernobyl
The site of a catastrophic nuclear accident in 1986, located in Ukraine, resulting in widespread environmental and health impacts.
Nuclear Explosion
A release of energy resulting from the splitting (fission) or merging (fusion) of atomic nuclei, producing a large explosion and radioactive fallout.
- Comprehend the environmental and safety considerations in energy production, including nuclear energy.
Verified Answer
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Pierce Polasek
Jul 18, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Yucca Mountain has never had a nuclear explosion. It was designated as a repository for nuclear waste, but concerns about its use are primarily related to long-term storage safety, not an explosion.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the environmental and safety considerations in energy production, including nuclear energy.