| Environmental Science: A Study of Interrelationships, 8/e Eldon Enger,
Delta College Bradley F. Smith,
Western Washington University
Nuclear Energy: Benefits and Risks
Chapter ObjectivesAfter reading this chapter, you should be able to:
Explain how nuclear fission has the potential to provide large amounts of energy. |
| | | Describe how a nuclear reactor produces electricity. |
| | | Describe the basic types of nuclear reactors. |
| | | Explain the steps involved in the nuclear fuel cycle. |
| | | List concerns regarding the use of nuclear power. |
| | | Explain the problem of decommissioning a nuclear plant. |
| | | Describe how high-level radiation waste is stored. |
| | | Describe the accident at Chernobyl. |
| | | Explain how a breeder reactor differs from other nuclear reactors. |
| | | List the technical problems associated with the design and operation of a liquid metal fast-breeder reactor. |
| | | Explain the process of fusion. |
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