Answer to Question #287964 in Inorganic Chemistry for vvv

Question

Nuclear energy, in terms of an overall safety record, is better than other energy.

Summarise the arguments for the above statement associated with nuclear energy and fossil fuels. Justify your position.

Answer 1

As Bill Gates said, “Nuclear energy, in terms of an overall safety record, is better than other energy.” Safety is paramount at every U.S. nuclear power plant, and every facility incorporates a well-developed and much-tested set of safety procedures.

The evidence over six decades shows that nuclear power is a safe means of generating electricity. The risk of accidents in nuclear power plants is low and declining. The consequences of an accident or terrorist attack are minimal compared with other commonly accepted risks.